November 5, 2025
British Insurance Law Association (BILA) – The State of the Builder’s Risk Market in the US
UKBILA pleased to invite you to an in-person lecture at Lloyd’s Old Library on Tuesday, 5 November at 1:00 PM. Jeremiah Welch and Will Bennett of Saxe Doernberger & Vita P.C. will explore the recent Archer Western v. ACE American Insurance Co. decision and its implications for LEG3 coverage interpretation under U.S. law.
Program Schedule
Wed, Nov 5, 2025 – 1:00 PM GMT
Special Insights on the US LEG3: Archer Western Case
Jeremiah and Will will explore the recent Archer Western v. ACE American Insurance Co. decision and its implications for LEG3 coverage interpretation under U.S. law. They will analyse how the court’s reasoning, influenced by SCB, redefines “physical damage,” clarifies ambiguity surrounding “improvement” in LEG3 provisions, and contrasts U.S. and U.K. treatment of manufacturing and contamination claims. The session will offer essential takeaways for insurers, brokers, and construction professionals engaging with cross-jurisdictional coverage disputes.
Speakers
Jeremiah M. Welch and Will S. Bennett, Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C.
