Subrogated insurance carriers have historically had success achieving recoveries in the automotive industry for property damage or diminution in value involving “conventional” defects, such as a faulty design which make a vehicle susceptible to a fire or improper activation of
Subrogation & Recovery Law Blog
The Subrogation & Recovery Law Blog, published by Cozen O'Connor, focuses on legal issues related to subrogation and recovery in insurance claims. It covers topics such as investigation and preservation of evidence in property damage cases, liability considerations involving property owners and third parties, strategies for maximizing subrogation recoveries, and evolving legal standards in landlord-tenant subrogation disputes. The blog also addresses emerging issues like liability related to homeless encampments on public property and the impact of recent court rulings on subrogation rights. It provides analysis of case law, statutory developments, and practical guidance for handling subrogation claims across various contexts.
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Understanding California’s SB 800: The Right to Repair Act
SB 800, California’s Right to Repair Act, establishes prelitigation procedures and standards for residential construction defect claims to streamline resolution between homeowners and builders. Before filing a lawsuit, the SB 800 requires homeowners to provide builders with written notice and…
Who’s Responsible When a Vehicle on Consignment Is Damaged?
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Oregon House Bill 3746, which became law on July 24, 2025 and became effective on January 1, 2026, operates to shorten the statute of repose for “a tort action by a homeowners association or association of unit owners arising from…


