This session will explore the evolving landscape of environmental, general liability, and fire policies in the face of increasing wildfire risk. The panel will also discuss how wildfire-related claims are affecting residential and commercial policy holders, emerging coverage challenges, and underwriting concerns. Brian will be joined by Victoria Spina – The Vertex Companies, LLC and… Read more »
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KBR partner Kathryn Sullivan will be presenting on the topic, “Addressing the Liability Certain Claims” at the 2025 PLUS Healthcare & MedPL Symposium, on Friday, May 2nd.
The panel discussion will cover the risk management and defense perspectives in handling claims where liability is certain. Kathryn is speaking alongside Maggie Emma, Vice President, Deputy Chief Risk Officer of Northwell Health. To learn more or register now, visit the PLUS website here: https://plusweb.org/events/conference-symposia/2025-healthcare-medical-pl-symposium/
KBR wishes a Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the outstanding individuals who keep our offices running smoothly.
We appreciate your dedication, organization, and hard work – thank you for all that you do! Take a look at how we celebrated across our offices!
KBR partner Jonathan Rubin is serving as co-chair of the 2025 Professional Liability Underwriting Society HMPL Symposium in Phoenix, AZ, on April 30th – May 2nd.
Jon is looking forward to connecting with attendees and would be happy to share valuable insights. The PLUS HMPL Symposium provides attendees with the opportunity to network with industry peers, clients, and colleagues, partake in business development opportunities, and experience educational content that will help shape the future of the medical liability field. To learn… Read more »
At the 10th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit, KBR partner Dianna Daghir McCarthy will be speaking on the topic, “Employer Use of AI – Regulations, Rule Making and Realizing Advantages”, on Wednesday, April 23rd.
This session will explore the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding the use of artificial intelligence, current rulemaking efforts, compliance risks, and how to responsibly leverage AI to improve outcomes while mitigating exposure. Dianna will be joined by Wendy Mellk – Jackson Lewis P.C., Anne Ray – Bowhead Specialty Underwriters, Inc., Lainee B. Beigel, Esq. – EPIC… Read more »
KBR attorneys were featured speakers at Crittenden Medical Liability Conference in Miami, FL, where they shared insights on key issues shaping healthcare litigation.
Jonathan Rubin moderated the panel “Social Media and Reputation Management”, which explored the impact of social media on prospective jurors, effective data collection strategies, and the importance of coordination between PR, legal, and risk teams. He was joined by Christine Thompson Samuels – Berkley Healthcare, Larry Smith – MedStar Health, and Audrey Murray – Content… Read more »
KBR is a proud gold sponsor of the 10th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit taking place in Naples, FL on April 23, 2025.
This summit offers attendees a valuable opportunity to gain insights into key issues surrounding EPL insurance. As part of the seminar, KBR will be hosting an Afternoon Networking Break. To learn more, visit the EPL Conference website here: https://www.eplconference.com/
As Co-Chair of the 10th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit, KBR partner Robyn Silvermintz will be moderating a discussion on the topic, DEI under the current administration.
This session will feature conversations regarding the current administration’s executive orders dismantling federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, exploring their impact on employment practices and broader societal implications. Robyn will be joined by Laura Lapidus – CNA Insurance, Moiré Morón, Esq. – NFP, an Aon company, Sheralyn Pierre – Starr Insurance, and Seth B…. Read more »
Congratulations to KBR attorney Sara M. Moriarty on securing a summary judgment in an insurance coverage matter in the US District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
The case involved the novel issue of whether an unopened email constituted receipt of a claim under a claims-made policy. Sara successfully argued on summary judgment that the email was in fact “received” at the moment it arrived in the insured’s email inbox.
KBR is a proud gold sponsor of the 39th Annual Environmental and Emerging Claim Manager Association (EECMA) Conference which will be taking place in Orlando, FL from 4/9/2025 – 4/11/2025.
This conference provides valuable opportunities to engage with peers and gain insights into key challenges in environmental, emerging risk and tort claims. To learn more or register, visit the EECMA website here: https://eecma.org/conference/