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Tenth Circuit Applies Broad Interpretation of "Interrelated Acts" to Preclude Policyholder's Access to Aggregate Limits

The Tenth Circuit's recent broad application of Oklahoma law on "interrelated acts" creates concerning precedent for policyholders seeking to maximize coverage under a professional liability policy with per claim limits.

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Creeping Incrementalism in Downstream Insurance: Carriers are Stretching Standard CGL Concepts to Untenable Limits

In the construction sector, the importance of closely vetting downstream parties' insurance has never been more critical. The markets have been hardening with no seeming end in sight and carriers are looking for any way to get an edge.

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Texas Confirms Employer's Liability Coverage Is Only Available If The Injured Worker Is An Employee Of The Named Insured

In Gemini Insurance Company v. Indemnity Insurance Company of North America, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas found an employer's liability policy only provides coverage for bodily injury claims brought against the Named Insured by its own employees and NOT employees of its subcontractors.

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Policy Language Matters: New Jersey Court Bars Cleanup Coverage Under Broad Policy Terms

The New Jersey Appellate Division in Handy & Harman v. Beazley USA Services, Inc., provided clarity regarding the interpretation of the Prior or Pending Litigation Exclusion in a site-specific environmental liability insurance policy.

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