Sedgwick and the attorneys of our Insurance Practices group invite you to save the date for our Eighth Annual Hot Topics Seminar for the Bermuda Insurance Market: a half-day program that will provide you with up-to-date insight on critical legal and business issues of concern to the Bermuda insurance industry. Directly following, please join Sedgwick attorneys and your peers for a cocktail reception.
Presentation Descriptions
2011 and Beyond in General and Products Liability
Richard J. Geddes, Partner, Sedgwick Chicago
A preview of the emerging exposures likely to haunt GL insurers in 2011 and beyond.
Products Liability in Marine and Offshore Markets
Julia M. Adams, Partner, Sedgwick Houston
Products liability losses in the marine and offshore markets can be significant, catastrophic and involve the application of a unique mix of admiralty and products liability law. These unique factors can have a significant impact on claims evaluations and litigation strategy.
A Touch of Class: An Overview of the Latest Trends in US Class Actions
Eric C. Scheiner, Partner, Sedgwick Chicago
An update on the current trends in US class actions, including issues that could potentially impact both general liability and professional lines insurance policies.
Whistle While You Work? What EPL Insurers Need to Know About the Wall Street Reform Act, and Other Recent Developments in Employment Law
Jennifer Quinn Broda, Associate, Sedgwick Chicago
This presentation will explain the whistleblower and other employment-related exposures presented by The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform And Consumer Protection Act, as well as discuss recent developments in other areas of employment law.
Admitted or Not Admitted? – that Is the Question. Latest from London on Global D&O Programme Structures
Edward G. Smerdon, Partner, Sedgwick London
This presentation will highlight the issues global programmes pose for D&O insurers, address some popular myths, and analyse the possible solutions – what works... and what doesn't.
The Evolution of a Significant Subprime Securities Class Action Through Settlement
Ralph A. Guirgis, Partner, Sedgwick Orange County, CA
A walk through the evolution of a subprime securities action from the initial filings through resolution.
Event Details
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Seminar: 2pm – 5pm
Reception: 5pm – 7pm
Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI)
Tradewinds Auditorium
40 Crow Lane
Pembroke HM 19, Bermuda
Tel: 441.297.7219