Tag: Subrogation

Insurer Springs a Leak in Its Pursuit of Subrogation

Katherine Dempsey | White and Williams In Nationwide Prop & Cas. Ins. Co. v. Fireline Corp., No. 1:20-cv-00684, 2023 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 104241, the United States District Court for the District of Maryland (District Court) considered whether the events giving rise to the plaintiff’s claims fell within the scope of a previously formed agreement, thereby rendering… Continue reading Insurer Springs a Leak in Its Pursuit of Subrogation

Subrogation 101 (and Why Should I Care?)

Clark Thiel and Alexis N. Wansac | Gravel2Gavel What is subrogation? Why am I being asked to waive it? Should I care? To answer that last question, let’s take a quick run at the first two. What Is Subrogation?“Subrogation” refers to the act of one person or party standing in the place of another person… Continue reading Subrogation 101 (and Why Should I Care?)

Negotiating Tactics Help Curb Losses in Subrogation

Gavin Souter | Business Insurance Simple but sometimes overlooked negotiating skills can help reduces losses for insurers and other payers that go to subrogation, a pair of subrogation experts said. By adhering to strategies such as always making a settlement demand and building relationships with other claims professionals, insurers and third-party administrators can offset losses… Continue reading Negotiating Tactics Help Curb Losses in Subrogation

Florida’s Tort Reform and its Impact on Subrogation

Matthew Peaire | Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig HB 837 was introduced to the Florida House of Representatives on February 15, 2023.  The bill went quickly through the House of Representatives and Senate and was signed into law on March 24, 2023, by Governor Ron DeSantis.  The bill was 39 pages long and addressed many aspects… Continue reading Florida’s Tort Reform and its Impact on Subrogation

Improve the Bottom Line Using Subrogation Waivers

James T. Dixon | Brouse McDowell The premium a company pays for its general liability insurance is based on several factors. More obviously, the rate will be based on the limits of insurance obtained and the applicable deductible. Less obviously, however, classifications, rates and exposure bases also come into play. The Insurance Services Office (ISO)… Continue reading Improve the Bottom Line Using Subrogation Waivers