Timely Notice

Jared T. Greisman, co-chair of Goldberg Segalla’s First-Party Property Coverage subgroup, joins the Timely Notice podcast to discuss the unprecedented situation COVID-19 presents for insurers. Drawing on his background in handling massive losses stemming from catastrophes like hurricanes and wildfires, Jared notes how all those pale in comparison to the national and international scope of the current pandemic. As for first-party property policies, Jared highlights the key issues relating to coverage for business interruption, extra expenses, and civil authority. He specifically addresses the contentious issues over the insuring agreement requirements and exclusions. Jared closes by discussing legislative and regulatory developments, such as in New Jersey, that seek to impose on insurers an obligation to cover business interruption losses relating to COVID-19, irrespective of whether coverage would be excluded by the policy terms as purchased.

Goldberg Segalla’s Jeffrey Cunningham and Dan Lust talk TRL, offering businesses and professionals insight into the hazards associated with the newest technologies and social media trends. They cover everything from TikTok to personal cell phone usage to ransomware and more. Plus, Jeff and Dan analyze the current status of social media case law.   

Goldberg Segalla’s Albert Alikin, Marc Voses and Courtney Zucker join Timely Notice for an update of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Marc and Courtney give a brief overview of what types of businesses must comply, offer tips on taking the first steps toward compliance and provide insight into the first lawsuits referencing CCPA. Plus, they flag noteworthy changes in the February 2020 AG Guidelines update.

Goldberg Segalla’s Colin Willmott and Jacqueline Siegel join the show to discuss Title VII cases before the Supreme Court regarding LGBTQ discrimination. Colin and Jacqui dig into Title VII and other state laws pertaining to sexual orientation and gender identity protections. They also take a look at three cases pending before the Supreme Court that could have a significant impact on LGBTQ employees and the community as a whole. 

Tom Segalla welcomes Michael Hamilton to the show to continue the series on the Child Victims Act: State by State. Mike, a partner in Goldberg Segalla’s Philadelphia office, discusses the law in Pennsylvania. Mike gives an overview of the law, compares Pennsylvania law to other states with similar laws, and considers impacts on the insurance industry. Check out more Timely Notice episodes for coverage of the Child Victims Act in other states. 

In this crossover episode, Jonathan Schwartz is joined by John Hurley of the Property Liability Resource Bureau to discuss their picks for the most interesting property coverage cases of 2019. The pair address the significance of the term dwelling, after the Idaho Supreme Court’s decision in McFarland v. Liberty Mut. Ins. Corp. They then examine what it means to be an impartial appraiser, pursuant to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision in Owners Ins. Co. v. Dakota Station II Condo. Ass’n.

Tom Segalla welcomes Jonathan Schwartz to the show to continue the series on the Child Victims Act: State by State. Jonathan, a partner in Goldberg Segalla’s Chicago office, discusses the law in Illinois. Jonathan gives an overview of the law, compares Illinois law to other states with similar laws, and considers impacts on the insurance industry. Check out more Timely Notice episodes for coverage of the Child Victims Act in other states. 

Goldberg Segalla's Jonathan Schwartz welcomes Eric Marler and Carrie Graziani of Hanover Insurance Group for a discussion of the Me Too movement, potential directors and officers’ liability, and its effect on corporate culture and risk management. Eric and Carrie focus on the legal issues surrounding sexual harassment at the executive level, including D&O coverage, shareholder derivative and class action litigation, and the legislative response to sexual harassment claims. They also explore the #metoo movement’s impact on corporate culture, as well as what companies can do to mitigate financial risk created and intensified by discriminatory conduct and sexual harassment litigation. 

Tom Segalla welcomes Jeff Kingsley to the show to continue the series on the Child Victims Act: State by State. Jeff, the co-chair of Goldberg Segalla’s Global Insurance Services practice, discusses the law in New York. Jeff gives an overview of the law, compares New York’s law to other states with similar laws, and considers impacts on the insurance industry. Check out more Timely Notice episodes for coverage of the Child Victims Act in other states. 

Goldberg Segalla's Adam Dolan and David Choi join the show to discuss the USDA's interim final rules for domestic hemp production. Adam and David shed light on how the laws regarding hemp have evolved, what existing or prospective producers of hemp should be aware of regarding the USDA's regulations, how the regulations affect interstate commerce, and more.