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New and Improved Antitrust Whistleblowing Incentives with Julie Bracker and Dan Mogin on the Emerging Litigation Podcast
Can whistleblowers reshape antitrust enforcement the way they’ve exposed fraud in other industries? In this episode of the Emerging Litigation Podcast, host Tom Hagy talks with Julie Keeton Bracker of Bracker & Marcus and Dan Mogin of Mogin Law about the Department of Justice’s new push to encourage insider reporting in antitrust cases. They explore the history of qui tam actions, the power of the False Claims Act, and how individuals could soon play a bigger role in uncovering price-fixing, bid-rigging, and other anti-competitive schemes.
Resolving Business Disputes Without Burning Bridges Featuring Judge Alan Fine on the Emerging Litigation Podcast
In this episode of the Emerging Litigation Podcast, retired Judge Alan Fine of Private Resolutions explores how businesses can resolve disputes without destroying valuable relationships. Drawing on decades of experience on the bench and in commercial litigation, Judge Fine explains the pros and cons of mediation, arbitration, and “private judging,” which allows parties to choose their own judge and resolve matters quickly and confidentially. He shares how aligning your dispute resolution strategy with business objectives—rather than emotions—can preserve partnerships, save time, and achieve fair results.
Insurance Coverage Litigation’s Modern Mayhem with Jeremy Moseley on the Emerging Litigation Podcast
Insurance coverage litigation isn’t what it used to be. In this episode of the Emerging Litigation Podcast, Jeremy Moseley of Spencer Fane unpacks how automation, AI, climate change, and “social inflation” are reshaping risks and fueling high-stakes disputes. From thermonuclear verdicts to dangerous policy gaps, Jeremy offers sharp, practical insights into what insurers, policyholders, and lawyers should expect next.
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Maryland Child Victims Act: Defending & Pursuing Insurance Coverage for Abuse Claims | Get CLE
Maryland’s Child Victims Act has opened the door to a surge of revived abuse claims, raising significant challenges for institutions, insurers, and counsel. In this CLE webinar, Cameron Argetsinger, Brian Della Torre, Glen Feinberg, and Sean Gugerty examine the law’s key provisions, emerging litigation trends, and complex insurance coverage issues. The program explores liability risks for schools, nonprofits, and religious organizations, and offers practical guidance on locating historic policies, managing notice obligations, and navigating insurer defenses. Essential insight for anyone handling CVA-related litigation or insurance recovery.
Ninth Circuit Rejects Religious Accommodation Claim in COVID Testing Case
The Ninth Circuit has rejected a religious accommodation claim from a healthcare worker who objected to weekly COVID-19 testing, holding that the employee failed to show a bona fide religious conflict and that the employer’s masking-and-testing accommodation was reasonable. The ruling offers valuable guidance for employers navigating post-pandemic accommodation requests. Read the full analysis for key takeaways.
California AI Hiring Law Takes Effect, Mandating Bias Audits
California’s new AI hiring regulations take effect on October 1, 2025, requiring employers to conduct bias audits and increase transparency when using automated decision systems. With broad definitions of ADS and new FEHA liabilities, employers must prepare now to stay compliant. Read the full analysis to understand what steps your organization should take next.
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Am I Covered For? . . . A Discussion of Insurance Coverage Issues
Join Steven J. Pudell and Christina Yousef of Anderson Kill and William Harrison of Gallagher for an engaging CLE webinar introducing the fundamentals of insurance coverage. This session breaks down the differences between first-party and third-party claims and provides an overview of key insurance policies—including general liability, property, D&O, E&O, employment practices, cyber, commercial crime, and product recall. Through real-world examples and practical tips, the panel will highlight common challenges policyholders face and how courts have addressed key coverage issues. Ideal for those new to insurance or looking for a comprehensive refresher.
Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance in 2025: Part I—”the Basics”
Join leading experts Joshua Gold and Luma Al-Shibib of Anderson Kill, P.C., and Miranda Jannuzzi of Aon for Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance in 2025: Part I—"The Basics”, a foundational CLE webinar that explores the evolving cyber threat landscape and how insurance can (or can’t) help mitigate losses. Learn about key cyberattack vectors, common pitfalls in the path to coverage, and the latest developments in privacy-related risks and insurance products. Ideal for those looking to strengthen their understanding of cyber risk and insurance fundamentals.
Generative AI & Insurance
Join Marshall Gilinsky, Shareholder at Anderson Kill; Tiago Henriques, Chief Underwriting Officer at Coalition Insurance; Colleen Murphy, Partner at Goldberg Segalla; and Marc Schein, CIC, CLS, Risk Management Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency, for a CLE webinar exploring how generative AI is transforming the insurance industry—from underwriting to claims handling. Gain insight into emerging risks, E&O considerations, and how AI tools are reshaping policies, liability, and the future of insurance coverage.
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