Post-Koken Decision Out of Philadelphia County in Favor of Consolidation of Claims
Managing Negligent Security Risks
I recently joined forces with an incredibly talented security expert, Jon D. Groussman of Lowers Risk Group, for an article in NU Claims regarding managing negligent security risks. The article addresses the actions a claims professional and company should take before, during and after a security incident to help mitigate risks and ensure the best […]
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The Long Arm of Florida Statute section 48.193
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision in International Shoe v. Washington, Florida enacted its first long-arm statute, currently found in Section 48.193, Florida Statutes. This section, aptly titled “Acts subjecting person to jurisdiction of courts of state,” provides two different options for plaintiffs who are seeking to invoke the long arm of the law and bring non-resident defendants within the jurisdiction of the Florida courts.
First, a plaintiff can invoke the specific jurisdiction of…
This Year’s Miles for Meso Race Starts on Mesothelioma Awareness Day – Sept. 26. Here’s How to Get Involved.
National Mesothelioma Awareness Day is right around the corner. On Sept. 26, 2020, the United States will honor the thousands of individuals and their families whose lives have been impacted by mesothelioma, a deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure.
For its part, Simmons Hanly Conroy will be hosting its 12th Annual Miles for Meso 5K Run & 3K Fun Run/Walk starting on Mesothelioma Awareness Day.
This year, the Alton Miles for Meso 5K…
Supplemental Guidance Regarding the Proxy Voting Responsibilities of Investment Advisers
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) Supplement to Commission Guidance regarding Proxy Voting Responsibilities of Investment Advisers (“Guidance”) became effective on September 3, 2020. Additionally, the SEC final rules governing Proxy Advisors (“Amendments”), intended to improve the accuracy and transparency of information provided by proxy advisory firms, will go into effect on November 2, 2020 with a required compliance date of December 1, 2021, for certain provisions and full compliance by the 2022 proxy season.…
Enforceability of Arbitration Clauses in a Construction Contract
In a recent matter before the appellate division, the Court discussed the enforceability of an arbitration clause in a construction contract where the clause did not contain a waiver of the right to file a state court action, nor a waiver of the right of a trial by jury. Furthermore, the court also reviewed the enforceability of the clause due to the fact that the font was less than 10-point print, and thus, was very…