Jose A. Aquino | Duane Morris Courts and legislatures in many states require plaintiffs to file an expert affidavit or certificate of merit at the beginning of a malpractice case, including claims against architects, engineers, and other design professionals. These requirements often function as early gatekeeping tools, allowing defendants to seek early dismissal. A recent… Continue reading Supreme Court Shifts Design‑Professional Malpractice Claims Toward Federal Court
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Washington State Seeks Input on New Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Work Plan Rules
Adam Pankratz and Remy Smith | Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart Washington’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) is moving to make changes to its excavation, trenching, and shoring standard, and they want to hear from employers. On February 10-12, 2026, Washington’s State Department of Labor & Industries will hold public hearings on DOSH’s proposal… Continue reading Washington State Seeks Input on New Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Work Plan Rules
Insurance Shifts to Modular Deployment
Galina Fendikevich | Insurance Thought Leadership For many in the insurance industry, 2025 was the year of the “AI Reality Check.” After a whirlwind of excitement surrounding generative models, many carriers found themselves navigating a landscape cluttered with broken promises and stalled pilots. As we look toward meaningful innovation in 2026, the path forward requires… Continue reading Insurance Shifts to Modular Deployment
Selecting the Right Appraiser or Umpire for the Insurance Appraisal Process
Joe Gulick | JS Held Introduction In the world of insurance valuation disputes, the selection of the appraiser and umpire can significantly influence the outcome of an appraisal. These professionals play an important role in resolving disagreements over the value of damages, and their competence, impartiality, and negotiation skills are essential for achieving fair awards.… Continue reading Selecting the Right Appraiser or Umpire for the Insurance Appraisal Process
AI in Claims Processing: What It Means for Bad Faith Litigation
Christopher Jones | Sands Anderson Many insurance companies are moving quickly to incorporate advanced forms of AI into their processes. Last year, 90% reported they were evaluating whether and how to utilize generative AI, and more than half said they had already begun implementing it. Claims handling is a primary focus of these efforts. There… Continue reading AI in Claims Processing: What It Means for Bad Faith Litigation