Webinars & Videos
Coverage disputes turn on detail. Our webinars and video content break down the issues that matter to policyholders, from emerging risks to the decisions that shape how claims are paid.
Browse recordings and on-demand sessions featuring our lawyers across every region and sector we work in.
Webinars
Coverage Issues for Financial Institutions and Motor Finance
In this session, we will discuss common coverage issues that arise for financial institution policyholders. Daniel Robin (Deputy Managing Partner) will discuss issues such as restitution and how to circumvent exclusions under crime, PI and D&O policies; and Chris Ives (Partner, Head of FI Sector), will discuss the specific coverage issues arising out of the FCA’s motor finance redress scheme.
Anatomy of an Insurance Dispute
After participating together on a panel last year, Will Bennett (SDV) and Joanna Grant (Fenchurch Law) were struck by the stark contrasts between the two systems – from pre-litigation procedures to policy interpretation and dispute resolution – and decided to collaborate on a comparative session to share their insights.
Defective Premises Act: insurance issues arising from strict liability
Rob and Jessica will be providing an update on the recent authorities concerning Building Liability Orders and Building Information Orders, including their increased use by various stakeholders against a widening field of defendants. They will then go on to consider potential routes to insurance coverage for these emerging, and increasing, liabilities.
Building Liability Orders – the next wave of insurance coverage disputes
Rob and Jessica will be providing an update on the recent authorities concerning Building Liability Orders and Building Information Orders, including their increased use by various stakeholders against a widening field of defendants. They will then go on to consider potential routes to insurance coverage for these emerging, and increasing, liabilities.
Sky v. Riverstone and What is Means for the Builder’s Risk Market
Jeremiah Welch (SDV) and Chris Ives (Fenchurch Law) discuss Sky UK Ltd & Mace Ltd v Riverstone Managing Agency Ltd & Ors [2024], focusing on UK and US legal perspectives, the definition of physical damage, progressive damage coverage, policy language differences, and the broader implications for construction insurance markets.
Underinsurance and the Insurance Act 2015
Alex Rosenfield, Partner at Fenchurch Law, delves into the world of underinsurance, why it’s become such a huge problem for our industry, the remedies that insurers may apply under the Insurance Act 2015, the legal and financial consequences for policyholders and brokers, and finally, some suggested strategies to mitigate the risks of underinsurance.
Defects Exclusions under CAR policies
Defects Exclusions give rise to a variety of difficult issues. This webinar will address some of those, including the overlapping concepts of inherent vice, defective condition, damage, and physical damage, as well as considering how to determine the value of what is excluded by the most commonly used clauses.
Euro Pools v RSA – diving into notification issues
This webinar looks at the seminal Court of Appeal decision in Euro Pools v RSA, and will provide an overview of the core legal principles surrounding notifying circumstances under professional indemnity insurance policies. The session also addresses the vexed issue of “hornet’s nest” or “can of worms” notifications, and the practical considerations involved.
Videos
SDV Recognized at Connecticut Law Tribune’s 2022 Legal Awards
SDV Partners Richard W. Brown and Michael V. Pepe were interviewed by Tasha Norman at the Connecticut Law Tribune’s 2022 Legal Awards for their respective award wins and the firm’s Diversity Initiative recognition.
Complex Construction Projects and Types of Insurance Coverage That May Be Triggered
Complex construction claims often lead to complex insurance coverage issues. SDV Partners and insurance coverage attorneys Jeffrey Vita and Michael Pepe discuss commercial general liability, builder’s risk, and other insurance coverage that may be available to owners, contractors, and subcontractors for large construction losses.
Common Exclusions and Conditions on First Party Policies Part 2
Join SDVNE Partner Michael V. Pepe’s discussion with Cheryl L. Kozdrey in Part 2 of “Common Exclusions and Conditions on First Party Policies.” In this short video, they will examine first party policy conditions such as the duty to cooperate and tracking losses for time element losses.
What to do When an Insurer Delays Paying a Covered Claim
Join SDV Northeast Partner Bethany L. Barrese as she answers one of her most frequently asked questions, “What to do When an Insurer Delays Paying a Covered Claim.” Watch as she explains remedies available under prompt pay laws, potential issues that may arise, and things to keep in mind when insurers delay paying covered claims.
Common Exclusions and Conditions on First Party Policies Part 1
Join SDVNE Partner Michael V. Pepe as he discusses First Party policies with Janie Reilly Eddy. This short video will examine the differences in coverage, the types of policies available, and common exclusions found in first party policies.
Wildfires, Explosions, and Spills – Oh My!
SDV Partner David G. Jordan discusses insurance coverage and planning for issues arising from catastrophic events facing the Power and Energy industry. Tune in as Dave presents, “Wildfires, Explosions, and Spills – Oh My!” This brief presentation explores the root causes of these types of losses, the state of the insurance market, key insurance coverage issues, and relevant caselaw. Click below to watch.
New Jersey Supreme Court Upholds $400 Million Award for Superstorm Sandy Damages
Join Kerianne E. Kane and Samantha M. Oliveira for this SDV Case Alert Recap video as they discuss the New Jersey Supreme Court decision to uphold Superstorm Sandy damages. This quick recap will examine the implications of this decision, and what this means for policyholders.
McDonald’s Scores COVID-19 Victory Against GL Insurer – Policyholders are “Lovin’ It”
Check out our new video series focused on recapping significant cases that have been examined by our team of attorneys in recently published SDV case alerts. This video features SDV Northeast partners Jeffrey J. Vita and Richard W. Brown as they review the case alert, “McDonald’s Scores COVID-19 Victory Against GL Insurer – Policyholders are ‘Lovin’ It.’” Listen in as the outcome of this case is assessed for its implications to policyholders in both the Hospitality and Franchisor industries.
Insuring Loss of Rental Income
Join SDV Partner Michael V. Pepe and Procor’s Chris Mortifoglio as they discuss loss of rental income in the next installment of our webinar series, “Navigating Insurance Coverage in the Aftermath of 2020.” This presentation includes discussion surrounding common loss of rent insurance issues, where to look for coverage, what triggers coverage, and the challenges policyholders may face in calculating losses.