Massachusetts High Court Revives Contractor Liability Claim Over ‘Half Inch’ Defect July 24, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson Whether a half-inch granite protrusion on a crosswalk under repair is sufficient to support a negligent claim is a matter...
Former Employee With Bladder Condition Sues State Farm Alleging Disability, Racial Bias July 19, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson A Georgia woman who was employed by State Farm Automobile Insurance Co. for 20 years is suing the insurer alleging...
AAA Is Not Exiting Florida But Will Non-Renew ‘Small Percentage’ of Policies July 17, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson The Auto Club Insurance Company (AAA) of Florida has announced that it will not renew a “very small percentage” of...
New York Appeals Court Rules Child Victim’s Act Is Constitutional July 14, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson A New York state appellate court has upheld the constitutionality of the Child Victims Act (CVA) which granted a one...
Agent’s Failure to Disclose Dog Comes Back to Bite Homeowner July 12, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson A Connecticut homeowner who is being sued by a woman who alleges his dog bit her in the face is...
Workers’ Compensation Undercuts Employer Liability Exclusion, U.S. Appeals Court Rules July 11, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson Since workers’ compensation shields an employer from liability, an insurer may not be able to rely on an employer liability...
Massachusetts High Court Affirms Limit on Wrongful Death Suits in Tobacco Ruling July 7, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson If a person’s right to bring a personal injury lawsuit has expired by the time of his or her death,...
Setting Range for Emotional Damage Awards Is Not Its Job, Says Connecticut High Court June 28, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson It is up to the Connecticut legislature, not courts, to set any minimum or maximum controls on damages for emotional...
Car Dealer Shielded From Liability in ‘Courtesy’ Car Accident June 28, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson Massachusetts car dealerships that provide customers with a courtesy vehicle to use while their car is being repaired are protected...
Connecticut High Court Nixes Workers’ Comp for Firefighter With Heart Condition June 26, 2023 By Andrew G. Simpson A firefighter must be shown to have worked 20 or more hours a week to be eligible for workers’ compensation...