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June 2026 New York Insurance Coverage Update

Posted June 30, 2026

Second Department Finds No Coverage Because Underlying Claims Do Not Fall Within Policy’s Classification Limitation Endorsement Two workers employed by Steel Fab NY, Inc., were injured performing steel erection work at a construction project. Each filed a bodily injury action against the project’s owner and general contractor who, in turn,… Continue Reading

Alexandra Doner Selected for Leadership for Five Seasons Class of 2027

Posted June 30, 2026

Simmons Perrine PLC is pleased to announce that Alexandra N. Doner has been selected to participate in the Leadership for Five Seasons (LFS) Adult Class of 2027, a premier leadership development program directed by the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance. Doner is among 35 professionals from businesses and organizations across… Continue Reading

What to Do When (or Before) You Receive a CIPA Demand

Posted June 29, 2026

We’re seeing a substantial uptick in connection with demands under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (“CIPA”) for violations of the wiretapping or pen register portions of the law based on a business’s website. In particular, these demands are being made by an individual named Vivek Shah.  Mr. Shah deploys… Continue Reading

Mass Torts Through the Decades

Posted June 29, 2026

Paul Majkowski wrote the article, “Mass Torts Through the Decades,” for the Summer 2026 issue of USLAW Magazine. Although the targets of tort actions have varied over the years, the legal issues and the trend toward seeking class action relief remain constants. To read the article, click here. To read… Continue Reading

Sixteen Wicker Smith Lawyers Named to 2026 Florida Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Posted June 29, 2026

Wicker Smith is pleased to announce that 16 of our Florida attorneys have been named to the 2026 𝙁𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙖 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙚𝙧 𝙇𝙖𝙬𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙍𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙨 list. We are incredibly proud of these talented lawyers and grateful for the outstanding work they do on behalf of our clients every day. 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿… Continue Reading

Wicker Smith Welcomes William “Bill” Bromley Back to Fort Lauderdale Office

Posted June 29, 2026

Wicker Smith is pleased to announce the return of Partner William “Bill” Bromley to the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office. Bill originally joined Wicker Smith in 2017, where he successfully handled a broad range of high-value matters, including general liability, premises liability, products liability, and pharmacy liability cases. He later joined… Continue Reading

Sausaman and Hensch Granted a Summary Judgment

Posted June 26, 2026

Alison H. Sausaman and Andrew Jarrad Hensch prevailed on a motion for final summary judgment in a premises liability case. They successfully argued that the subject change in elevation was not a dangerous condition as a matter of law, resulting in the case being dismissed in its entirety. Well done… Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2026 Honors Duke Evett

Posted June 26, 2026

We are proud to announce that Chambers USA 2026 has recognized Duke Evett PLLC for excellence in both Litigation: General Commercial and Litigation: Medical Malpractice & Insurance Defense. The firm’s recognition in General Commercial Litigation reflects its strength in representing businesses in complex civil disputes. Its ranking in Medical Malpractice… Continue Reading

Florida SC Reduces Standard of Proof for Punitive Damages

Posted June 26, 2026

A recent Florida Supreme Court decision lowered the standard of proof governing the pursuit of, or opposition to, a claim for punitive damages at the pleading stage. The lowered threshold may make it easier for attorneys and their clients to plead and pursue such claims and ultimately use it as… Continue Reading

Revocation of Gifts for Gross Ingratitude under German Law – High Hurdles and Better Alternatives

Posted June 25, 2026

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