With insurance policies being governed by state law, and interpretation varying from state to state, where your lawsuit is venued matters. There is a cyclical history of insurers and policyholders strategically filing suits in jurisdictions they believe will be most advantageous for the cases. Since the onset of COVID-19, there has been a sharp uptick in the number of pre-emptive lawsuits filed by insurers. In today's episode, Lynda and Michael discuss coverage litigation "leapfrog" or pre-emptive strike litigation, why venue matters, and tips on how to avoid pre-emptive strike actions or respond when you do get jumped in an unfavorable jurisdiction.

Speakers: Lynda A. Bennett, Partner and Chair, Insurance Recovery Michael D. Lichtenstein, Partner, Insurance Recovery