John Gilewicz | Claims Journal Slips, trips and falls are a leading cause of injuries and fatalities in the United States. As a result, the cost of these mostly avoidable tragedies results in significant personal and financial loss. To best manage claims, it is essential to understand why slip, trip and fall incidents occur, and… Continue reading Slips, Trips And Falls: Why It’s Important to Get Ahead of An Incident
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Time Lag Does Not End Insurer’s Duty to Defend, Court Rules
Andrew G. Simpson | Claims Journal A federal court in New York has reiterated that a time lag between the date a trip-and-fall accident occurred and when the conduct alleged to have caused it took place does not itself relieve an insurer of its duty to defend its insured in an injury suit related to… Continue reading Time Lag Does Not End Insurer’s Duty to Defend, Court Rules
Masking A Risk – Could Wearing a Face Covering Play a Role in Slip, Trip, and Fall Claims?
Dr. Angela Levitan | CLM Magazine Most of us take walking for granted much like many of us are now taking facial coverings for granted while out and about. The question becomes is there any potential interaction between the two? On the surface many would say, “no,” but let’s take a look at the science.… Continue reading Masking A Risk – Could Wearing a Face Covering Play a Role in Slip, Trip, and Fall Claims?