In conjunction with the Locke Lord COVID-19 task force, we are reviewing, analyzing, and compiling regulatory updates to provide clients easy access to information during this unprecedented time.  If you have any questions on the subject matter below, do not hesitate to reach out.  The information below relates to state and federal bulletins, emergency orders, pending/enacted legislation, and other related actions taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health Insurance

New York:  On August 18, Governor Cuomo announced that the Special Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers will be extended for another 30 days, through September 15, 2020, as the State continues to provide supportive services during the COVID-19 public health crisis. New Yorkers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health, New York State’s health insurance marketplace, or directly through insurers.

Photo of Benjamin Sykes Benjamin Sykes

Ben’s practice covers all major lines of insurance, including life, property and casualty, and health. He assists clients with insurance mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, licensing, investment compliance, and insurance holding company act issues. Ben also has experience organizing alternative risk…

Ben’s practice covers all major lines of insurance, including life, property and casualty, and health. He assists clients with insurance mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, licensing, investment compliance, and insurance holding company act issues. Ben also has experience organizing alternative risk transfer vehicles, such as captive insurance companies, and advising insurtech startups and emerging growth companies.

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Photo of John Emmanuel John Emmanuel

John represents a broad spectrum of clients in the insurance industry, including insurance and reinsurance carriers, surplus lines insurers, captives, risk retention and purchasing groups, insurance agents, brokers, and third-party administrators. His clients value his significant industry experience and ability to deliver pragmatic…

John represents a broad spectrum of clients in the insurance industry, including insurance and reinsurance carriers, surplus lines insurers, captives, risk retention and purchasing groups, insurance agents, brokers, and third-party administrators. His clients value his significant industry experience and ability to deliver pragmatic advice on achieving business objectives and complying with complex regulations.

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