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Business Interruption Claims for Wildfires and Related Losses | JD Supra
In a phenomenon unusual for many residents of the northeastern United States, dense clouds of smoke from wildfires in Canada passed through several major cities, including New York, the week of June 5, 2023. As air quality dropped to hazardous levels, offices closed early, schools cancelled sports events and after-school activities, parades and festivals were cancelled, and many construction sites ordered workers to leave early. Even some indoor events, such as Broadway plays, were cancelled.
English Court finds business interruption losses are covered
The Court held disease clauses in the policies “provide cover for business interruption caused by any cases of illness resulting from COVID-19 that occur within a radius of 25 miles of the premises from which the business is carried on.” (Photo: DimaBerlin/Shutterstock) A January 15, 2021, decision from the U.K.’s highest court spells good news for English policyholders. In The Financial Conduct Authority v.
UK Supreme Court Ruling Provides Sweeping Policyholder Relief For COVID-19 Business Interruption Losses | JD Supra
A January 15, 2021, decision from the UK’s highest court spells good news for English policyholders. In The Financial Conduct Authority v. Arch Insurance (UK) Ltd., and others, UKSC 2020/0177, the Court held that 21 insurance policies sold by eight leading business interruption insurers provide coverage for losses resulting from COVID-19 and resulting public health measures taken by UK authorities.
A Tale Of Two Policies: How Careful Interpretation Impacts Coverage Determinations | JD Supra
Two recent COVID-19 insurance decisions highlight how different interpretations of the same few policy words can result in one policyholder losing the coverage for which it paid. In Henderson Road Restaurant Systems, Inc. v. Zurich American Ins. Co., No: 1:20 CV 1239, 2021 WL 168422 (N.D. Ohio Jan. 19, 2021), the Court granted policyholders coverage for COVID-19-related business interruption losses.
Courts find coverage for COVID-19 business interruption losses
Businesses across the country closed their doors under mandates from their local governments. Here, a Royal Farms in Baltimore, Md., outlined its safe business practices for employees and customers. (Photo: Diego M. Radzinschi/ALM) Policyholders are hailing two recent victories in their pursuit of insurance coverage for COVID-related business interruption losses.
Courts Find Coverage For COVID-19 Business Interruption Losses | JD Supra
Policyholders are hailing two recent victories in their pursuit of insurance coverage for COVID-related business interruption losses. A North Carolina court granted a policyholder summary judgment that a commercial property insurance policy covers business interruption losses resulting from COVID-related government shutdown orders. Meanwhile, a Florida federal court determined a “virus exclusion” does not preclude a policyholder from pursuing insurance for COVID-related business interruption loss.
NJ court refuses to dismiss COVID-related business interruption claims
Plaintiffs allege they closed their businesses in compliance with Governor Murphy’s orders and, as a result, suffered significant financial loss covered by their insurance policies. (Photo: iStock) A New Jersey state court recently rejected an insurer’s claim that COVID-related losses cannot qualify as covered losses.
New Jersey Court Refuses To Dismiss Policyholders’ COVID-Related Business Interruption Claims, Dealing A Blow To Insurer’s Arguments That Such Claims Cannot Constitute Covered Loss Under A Property Policy | McCarter & English, LLP - JDSupra
A New Jersey state court recently rejected an insurer’s claim that COVID-related losses cannot qualify as covered losses. In Optical Services USA/JCI v.
NJ Court Refuses to Dismiss COVID-Related Business Interruption Claims
istockphoto.com A New Jersey state court recently rejected an insurer’s claim that COVID-related losses cannot qualify as covered losses. In Optical Services USA/JCI v.
Michigan Trial Court’s Recent Denial Of Business Interruption Coverage Not Likely To Have Far Reach | JD Supra
Insurers and policyholders long have debated whether business interruption insurance covers losses resulting from governmental orders – a debate intensified by numerous recent coverage claims arising from COVID-19 forced shutdowns of businesses and social distancing guidelines. Insurers now hail a recent decision from a Michigan state court as supporting their view that insurance policies provide no such coverage. They, however, overstate the ruling and its applicability outside of Michigan.
Good News For Businesses Damaged During Riots: Insurance May Cover Your Losses | JD Supra
During the days and weeks following the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers, protests erupted in every state across the country. Although most of these protests remained peaceful, there were instances of criminal misconduct and property destruction, such as the breaking of storefront windows and doors, theft, and even setting structures ablaze. For those businesses that suffered losses, we have a bit of good news: insurance may help.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Decision Can Assist Policyholders In Their Insurance Coverage Claims For COVID-19 Losses | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
Pennsylvania Senate Issues Bill That, If Passed, Will Require Insurers To Provide Broad Coverage For COVID-19-related Business Interruption Claims | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
New Jersey Offers Grace Period For Insurance Premium Payments | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
MA, NJ, NY, PA, LA And OH, Consider Legislation Clarifying That Business Interruption Coverage Applies To COVID-19 Claims | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
NJ, NY, OH, and MA Consider Legislation Clarifying That Business Interruption Coverage Applies To COVID-19 Claims | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
Does Your Contract Protect You From The Coronavirus? | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
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