Insurance Legal Guides (148 found)

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
In the tripartite relationship (the relationship between the insurer the insured and the attorney retained by the insurer to represent the insured is commonly described as a “tripartite relationship”) the attorney has an attorney-client relationship with the insured and a fiduciary one with insurer.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Jon Mitchell Jackson
Read this comprehensive investigation of thousands of court documents, SEC and FBI records, state insurance department investigations and complaints, news accounts from across the country, and the testimony and depositions of former insurance agents and adjusters...
3 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Fraud about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
In the tripartite relationship (the relationship between the insurer the insured and the attorney retained by the insurer to represent the insured is commonly described as a “tripartite relationship”) the attorney has an attorney-client relationship with the insured and a fiduciary one with insurer.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Ethics / Professional Responsibility 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
In the tripartite relationship (the relationship between the insurer the insured and the attorney retained by the insurer to represent the insured is commonly described as a tripartite relationship the attorney has an attorney-client relationship with the insured and a fiduciary one with insurer.
Posted in Ethics / Professional Responsibility 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Fred S. Steingold
Here are answer to some common questions about homeowner's insurance. Your lawyer can address your specific situation.
Posted in Real Estate 2 months ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Insurance fraud occurs when someone lies about an injury or loss to collect money from an insurance company. If you are accused of making a false insurance claim, you may want to contact an insurance fraud lawyer.
5 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance Fraud about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Insurance is a product that allows individuals and organizations to reassign their risk of loss to others. Insurance law covers the policies insurance companies can offer and the rates they can charge. States regulate the insurance industry with the backing of federal law.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance about 1 year ago.

Written by Jonathan Gregg Stein
The five key types of insurance small-business owners need are liability, auto, property, key person, and life insurance.
Posted in Insurance about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jon Mitchell Jackson
In the two years since Hurricane Katrina decimated the Gulf Coast area, big insurance reaped more than $100 billion in profits while thousands of insured victims battle their insurers over denial of rightful claims...
Posted in Insurance about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan Bennett Garfinkel
Please keep in mind these steps to ensure the best coverage for you, your home or your association.
Posted in Insurance about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Barbara Jean Gallios
Denial letters, whether from an insurer or health plan, are sometimes seen as the end of the discussion when they are actually the beginning. Insurers are required by law to be reasonable, which is often a far cry from correct. Here are some suggestions for responding to a denial of coverage.
14 of 22 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Kevin W. Davidson
Committing Felony Insurance Fraud is as easy as 1-2-3 in WI, and many activities viewed as innocent fall within the statutory definitions of fraud. While enforcement is not always pursued, it is important to understand the broad reach of these fraud statutes and the cost of fraud on consumers.
Posted in Insurance Fraud about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Wisconsin

Written by John Vincent Tucker
Disability benefit attorney John Tucker offers helpful hints to assist you in filling out the many forms that you will have to deal with if you have a Long Term Disability insurance, ERISA Disability (employee benefit), Social Security Disability, or Veteran's Disability benefit claim.
7 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance 12 months ago.

Written by Anthony K. Murdock
Insurance Policies are often large documents, containing many provisions that seem legalistic and inconsistent. This guide is to provide an insight of how courts review policies to make coverage determinations.
Posted in Insurance 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Robert Mckinley Carter
Although, one would like to think that an insurance company will treat them fairly, in reality an insurance company must protect its bottom-line. Therefore, you must understand your adversary; and retain competent counsel to present your claim in light most favorable you.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance 9 months ago.

Written by Scot Dale Goldberg
It is very important that a person has proper auto insurance on their cars to ensure that they are protected from liability from other people as well as covering themselves in the event that the "at fault" party is not properly insured.
Posted in Insurance 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by John Wesley Manuel
The most important type of auto insurance coverage is called Uninsured Motorist Coverage. This coverage stands in the shoes of the at fault drivers liability coverage when the at fault driver has no bodily injury liability coverage, or an insufficient amount of liability coverage.
Posted in Insurance 8 months ago.

Written by Najwa Tarzi Karzai
Many businesses spend thousands of dollars annually on insurance, yet few actually reap the benefits of their coverage when faced with defending a lawsuit. Any business involved in litigation should look to its insurance to pay for litigation expenses.
Posted in Insurance 3 months ago.

Written by Edward O Comitz
Insurers are now closely scrutinizing the terms of disability policies and claims made thereunder, utilizing novel and creative theories to deny benefits. Because private disability claims are particularly scrutinized, it is critical the following mistakes are not made during the claims process.
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance 5 months ago.

Written by Edward O Comitz
Legitimate private disability claims are being scrutinized now more than ever. Part Two of this series examines more common mistakes made when submitting claims. Because of the intense scrutiny from insurers, it is critical these mistakes are not made during the claims process.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance 5 months ago.