Insurance Law Institute

Trying to make sense of the concepts of "known loss" and "loss in progress."

Philip K. Maxwell, Attorney at Law - Austin, TX
James H. (Hamp) Moody III, Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser, P.C. - Dallas, TX

The Ewing/Gilbert issue of liability defenses and interplay between Tilley and Duty to Cooperate.

Beth D. Bradley, Tollefson Bradley Ball & Mitchell, LLP - Dallas, TX
J. Mark Lawless, McGuire Woods LLP - Austin, TX

A discussion of the insured's right to independent counsel, case law updates, and considerations in attempting to have insurance companies pay for independent counsel.

Robert D. Allen, Meckler Bulger Tilson Marick & Pearson LLP - Dallas, TX
Paul K. Stafford, Carter Stafford Arnett Hamada Mockler, PLLC - Dallas, TX

This session discusses a hidden issue in Lennar v. Markel: the scope of "legal obligation" in the insuring agreement of a liability policy.

Patrick J. Wielinski, Cokinos, Bosien & Young, P.C. - Irving, TX

When the law of different states may apply, the choice can win or lose the case.

Mark L. Kincaid, George, Brothers, Kincaid & Horton LLP - Austin, TX

Depending on its impact on available policy limits or retention/deductible obligations, the number of occurrences often becomes  a critical consideration for both policyholders and insurers. It may mean the difference between no or minimal coverage and abundant coverage. A focus on various policy language and case law with the goal of unlocking the mystery of this important issue.

This session will be presented at 2:45 p.m.

Ernest Martin Jr., Haynes and Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX

Included in conference registration.

This session will be presented on Friday at 12:00 p.m.

Christopher W. Martin, Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom, L.L.P. - Houston, TX

This segment explores key issues associated with business interruption and other time element coverages, including the process of analyzing, investigating and documenting a business interruption loss through the eyes of a forensic accountant.

Moderator: Thomas H. Cook Jr., Zelle Hofmann Voelbel & Mason LLP - Dallas, TX
Moderator: Vincent E. Morgan, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP - Houston, TX
Panelist: Ryan D. Pratt, Ernst & Young LLP - Houston, TX
Panelist: Susan Sessler, Matson Driscoll & Damico - Richardson, TX

Seasoned Risk Managers address the top ten mistakes to avoid in the risk management field and convey the most important actions a risk manager can take to minimize and mitigate risk, as well as maximize insurance recovery for a loss.

Moderator: Rachelle H. Glazer, Thompson & Knight LLP - Dallas, TX
Panelist: Dorina Hertner, G6 Hospitality LLC - Carrollton, TX
Panelist: Jennifer Kikta, Behringer Harvard - Dallas, TX

This session will be presented at 11:45 a.m.

Brian Scott Martin, Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, L.L.P. - Houston, TX

Examining the practical implications of recovery of past medical expenses in light of Texas Supreme Court's ruling.

Meloney Perry, Meckler Bulger Tilson Marick & Pearson LLP - Dallas, TX
Kirk L. Pittard, Kelly, Durham & Pittard, LLP - Dallas, TX

The New Texas Two-Step

Rick Lee Oldenettel, Oldenettel & McCabe - Houston, TX
Lennon C. Wright, Attorney at Law - Houston, TX

Judy Kostura, Judge, Kostura & Putman P.C. - Austin, TX

Sponsored by Shidlofsky Law Firm and Cooper & Scully, P.C.

What is new and what is the same - Commercial General Liability explained

Charles E. Comiskey, Brady Chapman, Holland & Associates - Houston, TX

When does the eight corners rule still apply? When courts and insurance contracts erode or abandon this rule, what's next?

J. James Cooper, Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP - Houston, TX
Materials By: Jordan Jenel La Raia, Gardere Wynne Sewell - Houston, TX
Stephen E. Walraven, Langley & Banack, Inc. - San Antonio, TX

A discussion of the legal and practical implications of deposing insurance representatives in insurance coverage and bad faith cases.

Tarron L. Gartner, Cooper Scully, P.C. - Dallas, TX
Henry L. Moore, Attorney at Law - Austin, TX

Shannon E. Loyd, Gravely & Pearson LLP - San Antonio, TX

MCS-90

David J. Schubert, Schubert & Evans PC - Dallas, TX

Included in conference registration.

A discussion of the challenges litigators face when arguing matters of law and presenting factual issues to jurors. Strategic suggestions for meeting judge vs. juror needs are also addressed.

This session will be presented on Thursday at 12:30 p.m.

Kacy Miller, CourtroomLogic Consulting - Dallas, TX
Amy Elizabeth Stewart, Attorney at Law - Dallas, TX

Litigation of appraisals is on the rise as policyholders and insurers increasingly litigate umpire agreements, impartiality and qualifications of appraisers and umpires, and scope of appraisal in the post-Johnson world. This presentation examines the current issues, trends and tactics in appraisal dispute litigation.

Moderator: Veronica Carmona Czuchna, Duggins Wren Mann & Romero, LLP - Austin, TX
Panelist: L. Kimberly Steele, Sedgwick, LLP - Dallas, TX
Panelist: Mark A. Ticer, Attorney at Law - Dallas, TX

Lee H. Shidlofsky, Attorney at Law - Austin, TX

Panelist: William J. Chriss, Gravely & Pearson, L.L.P. - Austin, TX
Panelist: R. Brent Cooper, Cooper & Scully, P.C. - Dallas, TX
Panelist: Michael W. Huddleston, Shannon, Gracey, Ratliff & Miller LLP - Dallas, TX