Presenters: Geoffrey J. Repo, Partner, Gordon & Rees, LLP and Kevin Willging, Executive Counsel, Travelers. Geoffrey J. Repo and Kevin Willging will discuss some of the emerging coverage landmines found in third-party claims, as well as emerging trends. From dealing with bad-faith demand set-ups to handling multiple claimants with inadequate limits, the presenters will provide […]

Presenters: Brendan L. Labbe, JD, Partner, Sloane and Walsh, LLP; Bob Purcell, CCP, CPRIA, VP-Property Claims Client Mgr., Munich Re US; Meghan Steines, CPCU, AIC, AINS, Property Claims Supervisor, Amica Mutual Group Brendan L. Labbe, Bob Purcell, and Meghan Steines will provide a refresher and in-depth dive into the principle of matching for both novice […]

Presenters: Joshua Davis, Partner, Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice and Mike Rose, PE, Forensic Engineer, The Vertex Companies, LLC Joshua Davis and Mike Rose will break down the intricacies of code upgrade coverage analyses. Code upgrade claims involve more than just reviewing the policy. Claims professionals also have to know and consider the appropriate code. […]

Presenters: Joshua Davis, Partner at Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC and Felipe Cruz, Digital Forensic Analyst at Envista Forensics. Joshua Davis and Felipe Cruz will explore the AI techniques used to enhance efficiency in claims processing, highlight the challenges and “pain points” in traditional claims processing addressed by AI, illustrate the benefits of automated claims […]

Presenters: Robb Harrell, VP of Product Development at DocuSketch and Todd Van Sant, Director of Estimating at ATI Restoration. Robb Harrell and Todd Van Sant will explore the progression from traditional measurement tools (e.g., tape measures) to advanced technologies like laser tapes and geospatial data; explain what geospatial data is and how it is sourced […]

Presenters: Terence Kadlec, Senior Vice President – Technical Services at MC Consultants, Inc.; Rod Patterson, Vice President, Director of Property Claims at Seneca Insurance Company; David Amori, Vice President - Engineering Services at MC Consultants, Inc.; and David Frankenberger, Partner at Tyson Mendes. Terence Kadlec, Rod Patterson, David Amori, and David Frankenberger will explain the importance […]

Presenter: Steven J. Badger, Partner, Zelle, LLP Catastrophe claims are already complex, and fraud and abuse can further complicate matters for claims adjusters trying to make their insureds whole. Steven J. Badger of Zelle LLP will shed light on the most common types of fraud whether it’s an inflated estimate, fabricated damage, or an unlicensed […]

Presenters:  Jeffrey Kerensky, Senior Vice President – Membership, PLRB Ruth Gottmann, Building Codes Manager, PLRB Sonia Copeskey, Counsel, PLRB A hailstorm can sound devastating and leave unsightly dents in a roof, but is it a direct physical loss? PLRB Legal and Building Code staff will cover loss of warranty, the economic waste doctrine, functional loss, […]

Presenters: Michael Goodin, Senior Consultant at Zurich North America; Chris Turney, Partner at Turney LG; and Tim Fletcher, VP Senior Emerging Issues Specialist at Gen Re Nuclear verdicts are an important issue that impact valuations and strategic approaches in claim handling and valuation. Michael Goodin, Managing Attorney at Zurich North America; Chris Turney, Partner at Turney LG; […]

Presenters: Peter Schifrin, President at SGD, Inc., and Kevin Hansen, Partner at McCormick Barstow, LLP Heavily regulated by law-- subject to potential extra-contractual liability or punitive damages-- and burdened by timelines! Insurance claims adjusting and investigation seemingly leaves little room for error. Peter Schifrin of SGD, Inc., and Kevin Hansen of McCormick Barstow, LLP will […]