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As the Waves of Superstorms Recede, States Seek to Amend Insurance Laws
From an October 2011 blizzard, to Hurricane Irene, and most recently, Superstorm Sandy, states along the East Coast have endured an unprecedented torrent of intense storms in recent years. The storms have caused tremendous property damage and, as citizens continue to rebuild, legislatures in the affected areas are responding. Indeed, many state legislatures began the 2013 legislative session several months early, with a majority convening in January.
Significantly, legislatures in three Eastern Seaboard states ' New York, New Jersey and Florida ' have already proposed new bills, which if enacted, would change their state's insurance laws with respect to insurer bad faith. As explained in more detail below, bills proposed in New York and New Jersey emerged in the wake of Superstorm Sandy and, if passed, will amend and strengthen existing bad faith law in favor of policyholders. In contrast, the legislation proposed in Florida, which died in the House Judiciary Committee, sought to clarify existing law and implement legislation favorable to insurers.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.
CLE Shouldn't Be the Only Mandatory Training for Attorneys
Each stage of an attorney's career offers opportunities for a curriculum that addresses both the individual's and the firm's need to drive success.