Still reeling from the opioid epidemic and ongoing Covid-19 impacts, the limits of complex property and casualty insurance coverage throughout the U.S. continue to be tested in the aftermath of historic natural disasters in California and Southeastern states. While policy holders and carriers alike have become versed in disputes arising out of property damage, business loss, and personal injury claims, conflicting litigation outcomes and proposed new regulation may challenge even experienced legal practitioners. Moreover, legal advisors must also be well-prepared for lesser-known coverage areas such as expanded realizations about the use of forever chemicals and the proliferation of AI-driven technology.

After completing this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the potential causes and impacts of Social Inflation
• Gain practical insight into the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in policy underwriting, coverage, and claims handling
• Know the status of COVID-19 insurance coverage litigation
• Evaluate first-party insurance coverage for climate change-related perils
• Assess insurance coverage in disputes against gun, opioid, and construction manufacturers and distributors

In-house counsel responsible for insurance policy placements, attorneys negotiating risk allocation in corporate transactions, commercial litigators, and major coverage and claims counsel will benefit from this program.

Program Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Attendees should have a foundation in commercial property and casualty insurance products and coverage.

Advanced Preparation: None