Olivia Marcella Paglia

Olivia M. Paglia brings a wealth of knowledge to her clients. Her practice encompasses a broad spectrum of insurance coverage law, keenly focusing on representing insurance companies in complex coverage issues and high-stakes litigation. Olivia adeptly handles matters from advising on underwriting and claims handling to addressing emerging coverage issues and providing comprehensive coverage opinions.

Olivia has a proven track record of success, having secured dismissals of complaints seeking to vacate arbitration awards and class action complaints over alleged crop insurance indemnity failures and achieved summary dispositions and judgments. These include affirming that workers' compensation claims were self-insured by the employer, rescinding insurance policies due to misrepresentation, and debunking claims of disparagement. She has also obtained favorable rulings on issues such as choice of law and late notice and has represented professional liability insurers in coverage disputes.

Her practice spans diverse areas, including environmental contamination, automotive and trucking liability, construction defects, product liability, drone liability, bad faith claims, and personal and advertising injury. Olivia’s deep knowledge and strategic approach make her a valuable asset to clients navigating intricate insurance coverage challenges.

What sets Olivia apart is her commitment to her clients. She combines legal skills with a genuine dedication to achieving the best outcomes, ensuring every case receives personalized attention. Whether representing large insurance carriers in high-stakes litigation or advising on complex coverage issues, Olivia works tirelessly for her clients.

In addition to her professional achievements, Her strategic thinking and dedication have made her an indispensable part of the team, consistently delivering exceptional results for her clients.

Clerkship
· Law Clerk, the Honorable Christopher M. Murray, Michigan Court of Appeals, 2011-2013

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