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Chartwell attorneys Marcus G. Mahfood and Samantha N. Nugent, with the support of paralegal Martha Caudillo, secured a complete defense verdict on behalf of a marine insurer client following a bench trial in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The case arose after the owner of a 53-foot sailing catamaran ran aground on a coral reef off the coast of Puerto Rico, resulting in a total loss of the vessel.

(Philadelphia, PA) — Chartwell Law is pleased to announce that three Florida attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2026 Florida Rising Stars list, recognizing outstanding early-career lawyers across the state. The Chartwell attorneys recognized this year are: Katherine M. Fernandez – Personal Injury General: Defense Jay C.

(Philadelphia, PA) — With nearly two decades of litigation experience representing insurance carriers and institutional clients, Magdalena Perlman has joined Chartwell as a partner in the firm's White Plains office. Her arrival further strengthens the firm's civil litigation and insurance defense capabilities throughout New York.

(Philadelphia, PA) — With nearly two decades of litigation experience representing insurance carriers and institutional clients, Magdalena Perlman has joined Chartwell as a partner in the firm's New York office. Her arrival further strengthens the firm's civil litigation and insurance defense capabilities throughout New York.

A recent unpublished decision from the New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation clarified the limits of its jurisdiction over medical provider claims arising from out-of-state workplace injuries. In Meta Surgical Associates v. Six Continents Hotel, Inc.

In the latest episode of The Chartwell Chronicles, hosts Brittany Atkinson and Adam Devine discuss a significant and evolving issue in workers’ compensation law: the treatment of Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) and the distinction between leased and non-leased employees, particularly in light of a recent New York decision.

May 28, 2026 May 28, 2026 As recently highlighted by Law360, Kaitlin rejoins the firm as a Partner in our Philadelphia office and a member of our Workers’ Compensation practice. She brings extensive litigation experience representing employers and insurance carriers, along with valuable in-house perspective gained during her time with Allstate. “Chartwell promotes a culture of collaborating and working hard to come to the best possible outcome for clients,” Katie shared with Law360.

(Philadelphia, PA) — Chartwell Law is pleased to share that several of its Pennsylvania attorneys have been named to the 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, an annual recognition honoring outstanding lawyers across the state. The following attorneys were recognized: Super Lawyers Joshua A. Gray, Camp Hill — Joshua focuses his practice on defending workers’ compensation matters for insurers, self-insured entities, and third-party administrators.

In an earlier article, we addressed the split in authority on broker liability and the Supreme Court’s decision to take up the issue in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, et al. The Court issued its opinion on May 14, 2026, and since then, the industry has been working to understand its meaning and prepare for the implications.

Tennessee has joined a growing list of states imposing statutory guardrails on non-compete agreements. With the passage of Public Chapter No. 934 (House Bill 1034), effective July 1, 2026, the General Assembly has introduced clear presumptions governing enforceability and, notably, an outright prohibition for certain employees. For employers, insurers, and defense counsel evaluating risk, these changes warrant immediate attention. The Law’s Most Significant Changes The law amended Tenn. Code Ann.