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The Application of Pollution Exclusions to Defective Drywall Claims Image

The Application of Pollution Exclusions to Defective Drywall Claims

Alicia Ritter

Considering similar facts and similar policy language, courts in two states have already reached opposing decisions on whether pollution exclusions in homeowners' policies bar coverage for defective drywall claims.

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Gift Plans: Death Knell or Still on Life Support?

Gift Plans: Death Knell or Still on Life Support?

This article focuses on whether an out-of-the-money unsecured creditor with an unliquidated claim has standing to object to a gift plan.

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'Tangible Property' Defined in the Computer Age

William P. Shelley, Richard Bortnick & Samantha Evans

Companies are looking to insure against claims raised by users viewing or otherwise accessing a company's Internet Web sites and advertisements for damage to hardware, data, information, and other computer components.

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Verdicts

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Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.

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A look at recent litigation and other news that affects your practice.

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MD High Court: Prejudice Stemming from Late Notice Must Be Shown Image

MD High Court: Prejudice Stemming from Late Notice Must Be Shown

Janice G. Inman

If an insured drops his claims-made insurance and is sued three years later, his insurer will disclaim liability even if the injury occurred during the term of the policy. A look at a recent case.

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Feds to Expand Use of Debarment in Health Care Sector

Sue Reisinger

CEOs of health care companies, be forewarned: The government is planning to expand its use of debarring "untrustworthy individuals" as a way to hold individuals accountable for a company's fraud.

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Addressing the Costs of Medical Malpractice

Christopher Bernard

Frivolous lawsuits," tort reform and more--an in-depth analysis.

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Estate Tax Repeal and Surprising Matrimonial Implications

Martin M. Shenkman

The 2010 Tax Act estate tax provisions were a game-changer, the effects of which will be felt by matrimonial practitioners for many years. This article discusses possible issues, traps, or opportunities that might arise as a result of the new law.

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