Thursday, December 12 • 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. PT
Join us for an in-depth CLE course designed to equip insurance and legal professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively manage situations involving insolvent policyholders. Hosted by Kevin Kieffer, Monique Fuentes, and Matthew Elmaraghi, this comprehensive guide will cover critical steps such as policy analysis, case law review, understanding direct action jurisdictions, differentiating between retention and deductible, conducting cost-benefit analyses, managing information requests, and navigating the complexities of issuing a reservation of rights. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with practical strategies and legal insights to navigate the complexities of dealing with insolvent policyholders, ensuring both compliance and cost-effectiveness. This course is ideal for insurance professionals, legal professionals, risk managers, and claims adjusters who seek to enhance their ability to manage these challenging situations.
Tuesday, December 3 • 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Join Karlie Webb, Byron Kirkpatrick and Morgan Gerard for CP&I Associate Training – Environmental Issues in Renewables Projects on December 3rd. This session is approved for MCLE credit for California, Illinois, New Jersey (through reciprocity), New York (newly admitted and experienced) and Pennsylvania. Troutman Pepper will seek credit in requested states unless state restrictions apply. For those licensed in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and/or Pennsylvania, certificates will be distributed within 30 business days. If you have questions about CLE credits, please email CLE Management.
Issues Impacting the Insurance Industry as We Move to the Next Phase of COVID-19
Join Locke Lord for a Complimentary Summer Speaker Series. As we enter the next phase of life under COVID-19, new issues are emerging for the insurance industry. Locke Lord lawyers will tackle some of the issues over the next few months. Sign up for each program that interests you below. We look forward to sharing time with you as we navigate the new normal. One hour of CLE for each program is approved in CA, IL, TX and NY. Other states are pending.
All programs 10:00 a.m. PT, Noon CT, 1:00 p.m. ET
AUGUST 12: Defending Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims Against Directors & Officers of Distressed Companies in the Era of COVID-19
Presenters: Bilal Zaheer and Jonathan Young
As more companies experience financial distress and file for bankruptcy, insurers are likely to see a rise in fiduciary duty and related claims brought against corporate officers and directors. This program will examine a number of these special issues that arise when defending directors and officers of distressed or insolvent companies against claims for breach of fiduciary duty brought by Litigation Trustees, Unsecured Creditors Committees or Receivers.
OTHER PROGRAMS IN THIS SERIES:
JULY 8: Privacy and Cybersecurity Issues in the COVID-19 Environment
Presenters: Ted Augustinos, Molly McGinnis Stine and Alex Cox
This session will address the privacy and cybersecurity concerns facing most companies and their employees in the new remote work environment driven by the current pandemic. Panelists will address new and evolving issues that may present continuing or accelerating challenges.
JULY 22: California BI Disputes and the Role of the Insurance Producer
Presenters: Mitch Popham and Melina Kountouris
This session is designed for insurers writing business interruption coverage in California. Much of this business was written through insurance producers, and questions are already arising regarding the role the producers played in obtaining the coverage. We will lay out some basics on the duties of insurance producers under CA law and outline issues for insurers to consider in light of those duties when litigating BI claims and when dealing with insurance regulators in the context of consumer complaints and DOI investigations and market conduct examinations.
AUGUST 19: COVID-19: Where the NAIC Goes From Here
Presenters: Tim Farber
This program will explore some of the ongoing work of the NAIC that has been interrupted in 2020, and new issues the NAIC will now need to take on as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Panelists also will provide a high level wrap up of the Summer Virtual NAIC Meeting.
SEPTEMBER 9: Keeping That Genie In The Bottle: Using Trade Secrets to Protect the Improper Use of Your Competitive Information During Unprecedented Times
Presenters: Jennifer Kenedy and Matthew Kalas
The insurance industry is replete with valuable competitive information. A proactive in-place Trade Secret Protection Program prevents the loss of that information to competitors who would unfairly benefit from the improper disclosure or theft of that information. The COVID-19 pandemic presents unprecedented challenges to the ongoing need to protect trade secrets. The massive business disruptions that the insurance industry and others now face include entire workforces forced to work remotely, accessing and using confidential information and trade secrets from home; the substantial slowdown of business activity that may result in the disclosure of confidential information or trade secrets to third parties outside normal procedures; and the off-boarding of remote employees who are accessing confidential information and trade secrets remotely. This webinar will explore trade secret law, how to employ restrictions and other safeguards to protect it, particular considerations in light of COVID-19, and investigation and litigation strategies to stop improper use and transmission.
As part of the IBA Global Influencer Forum, join Locke Lord for “The Path of an InsurTech” when seeing to enter the insurance marketing in the United States.
Topics:
- Factors to consider when launching a technology-based platform requiring startup capital and outside investors
- Limitations on certain insurance-related marketing or distribution activities that could be prohibited under law or require insurance-related licenses
- Various methods an InsurTech may have “skin in the game” if it assumes risk on insurance products that it helps develop or service
Moderator:
Alan Levin
Partner
New York | Hartford
Speakers:
Zachary Lerner
Partner
New York
Benjamin Sykes
Partner
Chicago
To register, click here.
For more information, contact Elizabeth Adorno.
Organizations continue to face new issues, regulations and threats relating to privacy and cybersecurity. Over the next few months, Locke Lord lawyers will tackle some of your most pressing concerns in a series of complimentary webinars discussing practical, real-world challenges facing organizations, including compliance, business operations, data incidents, and investigations, litigation and enforcement. Sign up below for each program that interests you or sign up for the entire series.
Join us on Thursday, June 10 at 1:00pm ET where panelists will discuss risk profiles with practical guidance for incident preparedness, planning and response. Panelists will help make sense of inconsistent, industry specific requirements for breach response with practical approaches to breach investigation, legal analysis and notifications. Issues specific to vendor breaches, including for financial services and health care companies, will be explored.
Presenters:
Ted Augustinos
Partner, Co-Chair of the Firm’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group
Locke Lord, Hartford
Alexander Cox
Associate
Locke Lord, Hartford
Laura Ferguson
Partner
Locke Lord, Houston
Click here to register.
One hour of CLE for each program is approved in CA, IL, TX and NY “Areas of Professional Practice” credit. Other states are pending.
Upcoming Programs:
June 24: Litigation, Investigations & Enforcement
For more information, contact Elizabeth Adorno.
Locke Lord and InsurTech NY present a virtual presentation addressing current issues facing insurtechs operating in the surplus lines space, including insurers, brokers, distribution partners and other vendors – and their various products – when seeking to access the non-admitted insurance market in today’s increasingly high-tech and digital world.
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
9:00 a.m. PT | 11:00 a.m. CT | Noon ET
A Complimentary 1-hour CLE Webinar
Moderator:
David Gritz
InsurTech NY
Presenters:
Brian Casey
Locke Lord LLP
Zach Lerner
Locke Lord LLP
Register here.
Organizations continue to face new issues, regulations and threats relating to privacy and cybersecurity. Over the next few months, Locke Lord lawyers will tackle some of your most pressing concerns in a series of complimentary webinars discussing practical, real-world challenges facing organizations, including compliance, business operations, data incidents, and investigations, litigation and enforcement. Sign up below for each program that interests you or sign up for the entire series.
Join us on Thursday, May 6 at 1:00pm ET where panelists will discuss cybersecurity issues which remain an important concern for businesses, particularly in the current environment. Requirements and best practices are changing along with the threat environment. This session will highlight key issues to consider when developing, implementing and improving cybersecurity programs in order to comply with legal and regulatory obligations, and to protect systems and data against threats.
Presenters:
Ted Augustinos
Partner, Co-Chair of the Firm’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group
Locke Lord, Hartford
Laura Ferguson
Partner
Locke Lord, Houston
Brandan Montminy
Associate
Locke Lord, Dallas
Click here to register.
One hour of CLE for each program is approved in CA, IL, TX and NY “Areas of Professional Practice” credit. Other states are pending
Upcoming Programs:
May 20: Business Operations: Vendors, Records, M&A, E-Sign
June 10: Incident Preparedness & Response
June 24: Litigation, Investigations & Enforcement
For more information, contact Elizabeth Adorno.
Organizations continue to face new issues, regulations and threats relating to privacy and cybersecurity. Over the next few months, Locke Lord lawyers will tackle some of your most pressing concerns in a series of complimentary webinars discussing practical, real-world challenges facing organizations, including compliance, business operations, data incidents, and investigations, litigation and enforcement. Sign up below for each program that interests you or sign up for the entire series.
Join us for our first installment on Thursday, April 15 at 1:00pm ET where panelists will discuss new and evolving privacy compliance issues will present continuing and accelerating challenges in the coming months. These include new laws and regulations across the United States, EU and Great Britain. Explore recent developments in the legal and regulatory requirements that affect how businesses collect, use and share data.
Presenters:
Ted Augustinos
Partner, Co-Chair of the Firm’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group
Locke Lord, Hartford
Click here to register.
One hour of CLE for each program is approved in CA, IL, TX and NY “Areas of Professional Practice” credit. Other states are pending.
Upcoming Programs:
May 6: Cyber Updates
May 20: Business Operations: Vendors, Records, M&A, E-Sign
June 10: Incident Preparedness & Response
June 24: Litigation, Investigations & Enforcement
For more information, contact Elizabeth Adorno.
Join lawyers from Locke Lord and industry experts for a discussion of how the hospitality industry can navigate the challenges posed by COVID-19, and address related financial and operational restructuring considerations.
February 9, 2021
12:00 – 1:30 PM (ET)
Specifically, this webinar will cover the following subject areas:
- The COVID-Clouded Crystal Ball – Outlook for 2021 and Beyond
- Can I Use a Lifeline? – COVID-19 Impact on Operations and Legal Issues, Including Force Majeure and Management Contract Terms
- Here’s Another Nice Mess We’ve Gotten Into – Legal and Lender Considerations Affecting Distressed Assets & Recovery
- Oh Toto, Where Do We Go From Here? – Addressing Forward Headwinds Affecting Hotel Industry Recovery
Speakers:
Carla Moreland
Attorney
Dallas
Michelle Russo
Founder & CEO, HotelAVE
Providence
Jonathan Young
Partner, Locke Lord
Boston
For more information, please contact Emily Vodek.
Locke Lord and the Association of Corporate Counsel – Connecticut Chapter will host a complimentary webinar titled “Developments in State Privacy Requirements for Connecticut Businesses” on December 14, 2022 from 12pm – 1pm ET.
Ted Augustinos and Alex Cox will discuss how Connecticut and several other states have adopted privacy laws that grant rights to state residents and require specific disclosures. More states are expected to follow. This program is designed to help Connecticut businesses to determine applicability and to comply with these new laws.
CLE
This program is approved for 1.0 hour of CLE credit in Connecticut and New York.