From Yahoo to Marriott, the media has covered several different high-profile data breaches over the last few years and for good reason. One of the biggest threats to your company’s financial [...]
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January 07, 2019
As an attorney in a solo or small firm, you are probably familiar with the professional liability renewal process. Picture this: Your policy is set to expire soon, and you must decide if you want [...]
December 17, 2018
As the rush of the holiday season approaches and the hours encroach on an insured's policy renewal deadline, I receive many last-minute calls, questions, and updates. One question that seems to [...]
December 11, 2018
When renewing professional liability policies, there are several questions we hear time and time again from our insureds. Policy renewal only happens once a year, but there is a lot to be aware [...]
November 27, 2018
Whomever the insured, insurance affords the security and stability that is required for the growth and success of a business. Therefore, finding the right carrier to partner with you and your [...]
November 16, 2018
You may have heard of tail coverage, but do you know exactly what it means? Tail coverage, better known as an extended reporting period (ERP), is designed to keep the prior work of a law firm [...]
November 01, 2018
We have discussed the importance of using an engagement letter to clearly specify to whom you owe professional loyalty in a matter; in other words, specifying who is your client. Equally useful as [...]
October 29, 2018
When they include the right language, cover the important topics, and are delivered effectively, engagement letters are some of the most effective tools in avoiding malpractice claims and [...]
October 25, 2018
Every lawyer has seen any number of articles or heard any number of lecturers or CLE instructors talk about the importance of using engagement letters. Even so, many lawyers still shy away from [...]
October 22, 2018
No matter what kind of insurance we’re talking about, it’s no secret that rates tend to creep up year after year. The increases may be small, but eventually they add up. Professional liability [...]