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A recent California Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on when policyholders can pursue declaratory reli...
08/19/2026

A recent California Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on when policyholders can pursue declaratory relief and bad faith claims against excess insurers before underlying insurance has been exhausted. Kyle Rudolph, with research and contributions from Summer Associate Henry Austin, examines the court’s decision in Fox Paine & Company, LLC v. Twin City Fire Insurance Company and discusses how the ruling expands policyholders’ ability to pursue claims against excess insurers while highlighting the importance of sufficiently pleading covered losses and potential coverage obligations. Click here to read more: https://www.sdvlaw.com/publications/actual-controversy-without-actual-exhaustion/

Anna Perry will be presenting at BARBRI CLE’s upcoming live webinar, Horizontal vs. Vertical Exhaustion of Insurance: Pr...
08/13/2026

Anna Perry will be presenting at BARBRI CLE’s upcoming live webinar, Horizontal vs. Vertical Exhaustion of Insurance: Priority of Coverage and Settlement for Below Policy Limits, on Thursday, August 27 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST.

This session will examine key issues surrounding horizontal and vertical exhaustion, the relationship between primary and excess insurance coverage, and strategies for resolving coverage priority disputes. Attendees will gain insight into triggering excess policies, navigating settlements below policy limits, and addressing complex coverage issues involving multiple policies and policy periods. Click here to register: https://www.barbri.com/course/professional-development/cle/horizontal-vs-vertical-exhaustion-of-insurance-priority-of-c_2026-08-27

A recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on insurance coverage for water damage resulting f...
08/12/2026

A recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on insurance coverage for water damage resulting from alleged construction defects. Alexander Hopkins, with research and contributions from Summer Associate Sebastian Fox, examines the court's decision in Cincinnati Insurance Co. v. Ropicky and discusses how the ruling reinforces the availability of ensuing loss coverage, even where construction defects are alleged, while highlighting the importance of causation and careful policy analysis. Click here to read more: https://www.sdvlaw.com/publications/wisconsin-supreme-court-rules-in-favor-of-coverage-for-water-damage-arising-from-alleged-construction-defects/

Anna Perry will be presenting at the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) 2026 Annual Conference on Thu...
07/30/2026

Anna Perry will be presenting at the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) 2026 Annual Conference on Thursday, August 13, from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM PDT.

Her session, Contractual Risk Transfer: Why Getting it Right Matters, will examine key indemnification and additional insured issues, offering practical guidance on contract review, insurance requirements, and effective risk allocation strategies. Attendees will gain insight into best practices for contractual risk transfer through real-world examples, legal developments, and practical takeaways to strengthen contract review and risk management efforts. Click here to register: https://nawic.org/2026-annual-conference/

Congratulations to Kyle A. Bechet on being named Director of Business Development for the Connecticut Bar Association's ...
07/20/2026

Congratulations to Kyle A. Bechet on being named Director of Business Development for the Connecticut Bar Association's Young Lawyers Section for the 2026–2027 bar year. As the CBA's largest section, the Young Lawyers Section plays a vital role in connecting and supporting attorneys across Connecticut. We are excited to see Kyle contribute his energy and perspective to the section's continued growth and success.

Congratulations to Olivia Benson on being named Treasurer of the Connecticut Bar Association's Young Lawyers Section for...
07/20/2026

Congratulations to Olivia Benson on being named Treasurer of the Connecticut Bar Association's Young Lawyers Section for the 2026–2027 bar year. Olivia's dedication to the legal community and her involvement with the Young Lawyers Section make this a well-deserved appointment. We look forward to seeing her serve in this important leadership role.

Course of Construction exclusions are often added to Commercial General Liability policies to prevent overlap with Build...
07/15/2026

Course of Construction exclusions are often added to Commercial General Liability policies to prevent overlap with Builders' Risk coverage, but they can also create significant gaps in protection for owners, developers, and contractors. In this article, Anna Perry, Rachel Snow Kindseth, and Nina Catanzaro examine how these exclusions operate, where coverage gaps can arise, and practical strategies for negotiating policy language and contractual provisions to better protect policyholders. Click here to read more: https://www.sdvlaw.com/publications/course-of-construction-exclusions-and-the-cgl-policy/

A New Jersey Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on when an insurer can preserve its coverage defenses an...
07/08/2026

A New Jersey Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on when an insurer can preserve its coverage defenses and later deny coverage under a policy exclusion. Bethany L. Barrese, with research and contributions from Summer Associate Noah DeFeo, examines the court's decision in Mist Pharmaceuticals, LLC v. Berkley Insurance Co. and discusses what policyholders should look for when evaluating an insurer's coverage position throughout the claims process. Click here to read more: https://www.sdvlaw.com/publications/new-jersey-supreme-court-reinforces-the-importance-of-timely-reservation-of-rights/

This Independence Day, SDV joins in celebrating America's Semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the signing of the...
07/04/2026

This Independence Day, SDV joins in celebrating America's Semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As we commemorate this historic milestone, we reflect on the principles of freedom, opportunity, and justice that continue to shape our nation. We wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.

SDV was proud to attend the Tom Homann LGBTQ+ Law Association's 32nd Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The evening celebr...
07/02/2026

SDV was proud to attend the Tom Homann LGBTQ+ Law Association's 32nd Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The evening celebrated THLA's continued commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ equality within the legal profession and featured an inspiring keynote address from California Solicitor General Samuel Harbourt, who reflected on his experiences navigating the legal profession as a q***r attorney and the impact it has had on his career. Thank you to THLA for hosting another meaningful and inspiring event.

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