A common mistake made by those who aren’t well-versed in claims-made coverage, and even those who are, is conflating a policy’s Pending and Prior litigation date with the Prior Acts date. The importance of understanding the difference between these two features is significant and can lead to significant E&O claims if not addressed properly. First,...Read More

What are Antitrust Laws? Antitrust laws in the United States govern competition, monopolistic practices, unfair trade, or price fixing. Price fixing of wages, hours, salaries, benefits, and other compensation are subject to antitrust laws. The most famous antitrust laws in the United States are the Interstate Commerce Act of 1887, the Sherman Antitrust Act of...Read More

5 Risk Management Procedures Your Law Firm Needed Yesterday Last year, I wrote an article on the importance of risk management in law firms, and why it is necessary to help firms run more smoothly, and, above all, avoid claims. But understanding that risk management is important is just a piece of the puzzle. Knowing...Read More

When thinking about the risks that law firms may encounter on a day to day basis, your mind may go straight to malpractice.  But the truth is, the risks that attorneys face go far beyond negligence.  Good risk management in law firms is one of the most important factors insurance companies look for when determining...Read More