Announcing a New Risk Management Offering for Swiss Re Insureds

Like many lawyers, you and your law firm have worked hard to build a great reputation. Yet in today's world, information travels farther and faster than ever before, causing many to be concerned about the rising risk of reputational damage. [...]

Risk Management for the Defense Attorney

Recently, the legal malpractice industry has seen an uptick in claims filed against defense attorneys. Some of these claims are of high severity, resulting in seven figure settlements or verdicts. What is responsible for this new development and how can [...]

Professional Liability Claim Example: Providing free legal advice for friends

Often, friends or family will approach attorneys for free and quick legal advice. While it may seem like a good idea, providing such advice, without taking the proper measures, can end in a lawsuit. Professional Liability Claim Background In a [...]

The Importance of File Documentation

Swiss Re recently experienced a complex, high exposure case related to improper file documentation. The case likely would not have been pursued if the insured had properly documented their client file. To prevent experiencing a similar case, read on for [...]

Placing Professional Liability Coverage With a Dependable Carrier

As an attorney, not much seems worse than facing a malpractice claim. Having a financially sound, respected and dependable carrier, however, can make all the difference during such a stressful time. Knowing that insurance professionals are managing the defense of [...]

Improving Attorney Wellbeing and Why It is Needed

In 2016, the ABA and Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation evaluated 12,825 practicing attorneys and revealed some troubling findings. The study found: 28% experience symptoms of depression 19% experience symptoms of anxiety 23% experience symptoms of stress 21 to 36% experience [...]

Wire Transfer Schemes Are Becoming More Sophisticated

Protect yourself with a double security protocol and remember to never send a wire based upon an email alone. Fraudsters continue to successfully misdirect wire transfers by inserting themselves into email exchanges between parties of real estate and other transactions. [...]

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