Member NewsPosted 9/18/2024 University of Pennsylvania to Launch a D&O Insurance Case Tracker The ACCC D&O, Management & Professional Liability Committee is working with Honorary Fellow Tom Baker in launching a new project from the University of Pennsylvania, which is tracking D&O insurance coverage cases. While there are a number of trackers for the underlying securities class actions; Penn Law is now tracking the coverage cases they spawn. A “beta” version of the case database is in the link below. Professor Baker has asked for feedback on the database. It will be launched live on the D&O Diary in the near future. Posted 9/13/2024 At the upcoming DRI Annual Meeting, two Fellows will receive awards: FRED H. SIEVERT AWARD DRI has presented this award annually since 1988 in recognition of a current or former president of a state defense bar organization who has made a significant contribution towards achieving the goals and objectives of the defense bar organization. LOUIS B. POTTER LIFETIME PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AWARD This national honor is presented each year on behalf of DRI and recognizes one individual who exemplifies the highest level of professionalism and service to the legal profession, fosters respect and trust among lawyers, and preserves decorum and integrity of the judicial process. Posted September 10, 2024 Scott Hecht, a veteran litigator, recently announced the launch of Scott Hecht LLC, a firm focused on mediating high-stakes legal matters. Hecht formerly practiced for three decades at Stinson LLP, where he represented businesses in a wide range of industries in litigation and other disputes. Over the past few years, he dedicated more of his practice to mediation, often facilitating the resolution of eight- and nine-figure disputes. Now, Scott Hecht LLC will offer lawyers in Kansas City and beyond a sophisticated mediation resource for complex commercial litigation, class action litigation and business insurance disputes. "Complex cases deserve more than just standard solutions – they require a personal touch, and an experienced neutral who is sharp, creative, prepared, and perseveres," Hecht said. "I started Scott Hecht LLC to provide a tailored mediation approach, characterized by availability, engagement, and persistence." Specific to business insurance disputes, Hecht brings nearly three decades of experience representing both policyholders and insurers across the full range of commercial policies, from cyber to criminal to contamination. A Fellow in the American College of Coverage Counsel and a "Band One" insurance lawyer in Chambers USA, he applies this industry knowledge to resolve insurance litigation through practical solutions. More information is available at www.scotthechtlaw.com. Posted August 19, 2024
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Posted February 28, 2024 Posted January 16, 2024 The Fellows who are now Board Certified in Insurance Law are Bob Allen, Jim Cooper, Blair Dancy, Linda Dedman, Catherine Hanna, Ellen Van Meir, Steve Melendi, Vince Morgan, Doug Skelly, Micah Skidmore and Steve Walraven. Looking for older member news articles? View our Member News Archive page. |
