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Articles 1 - 14 of 14
Full-Text Articles in Insurance Law
Twisted Machines: Police Pursuit Policy And Accountability, Madeline Hedrick
Twisted Machines: Police Pursuit Policy And Accountability, Madeline Hedrick
Journal of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary
Part I of this comment will examine the cultural and legal approach to high-speed pursuits exemplified in Los Angeles—the national center of televised car chases. Part II will unpack the thorny judicial doctrine of qualified immunity and evaluate how it impacts the incentives and accountability of police pursuits. Part III will examine who pays for the lawsuits that survive qualified immunity and the role insurance companies have in the facilitation of police reform. In Part IV, this comment will examine the qualified immunity bills in New Mexico and Colorado, the nationwide example they set, and the pushback they have received. …
Bad Company? The Rise (Again) Of Association Health Plans, Brendan Williams
Bad Company? The Rise (Again) Of Association Health Plans, Brendan Williams
The Journal of Business, Entrepreneurship & the Law
This article first examines the rule adopted by the DOL and the criticism it has drawn. It then assesses the state of the small-group insurance market for small businesses, and the flawed approach that the ACA took to assisting them. Finally it takes a look at the uncertain future for small businesses and health insurance, and it suggests new approaches
The Iowa Unemployment Appeals Telephone Hearing Process, Bruce Graham
The Iowa Unemployment Appeals Telephone Hearing Process, Bruce Graham
Journal of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary
No abstract provided.
Punitive Damages And The Drunken Driver, William C. Cooper
Punitive Damages And The Drunken Driver, William C. Cooper
Pepperdine Law Review
A discussion of the history and theory of punitive damages which results in advocating their application in a drunk driving context after giving due consideration to the pros and cons of such a sanction. An analysis of case law will reveal the underlying rationale that has motivated certain jurisdictions in applying this severe penal approach in an attempt to deter and curtail the senseless destruction on our nation's highways as well as exploring the impetus behind those other jurisdictions that do not utilize the remedy of punitive damages. The culminating focus is on California's position in this regard. Finally, there …
When "Yes" Means "No": Mccarran-Ferguson, The New York Convention, And The Limits Of Congressional Assent, Aaron L. Wells
When "Yes" Means "No": Mccarran-Ferguson, The New York Convention, And The Limits Of Congressional Assent, Aaron L. Wells
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
The article focuses on the awards and arbitration of the resolution of the international commercial disputes with respect to the cross-border contracts and agreements. The enactment of the McCarran-Ferguson Act of the U.S. was for the prevention of the general applicability of the federal legislation in the authority of the states for the purpose of regulating the insurance industry. Information on the decision of the Supreme Court of the U.S. regarding this issue is also presented.
Liability Cure-All For Insidious Disease Claims, Susan Frankewich
Liability Cure-All For Insidious Disease Claims, Susan Frankewich
Pepperdine Law Review
Recent decisions handed down in various circuits have created virtual chaos in predicting the liability and damage amounts of insidious disease claims. At least three substantially divergent theories have been adopted to impute liability to the manufacturers of the disease catalysts. Additionally, a new trust fund concept has been used on a limited basis to reconcile differences in court decisions. The trust fund approach is relatively flexible and simple to apply in apportioning damages for insidious disease claims. The author examines and analyzes these three liability theories. In conclusion, the adoption of the trust fund concept is recommended.
Reasonable Expectations: Seeking A Principled Application, William A. Mayhew
Reasonable Expectations: Seeking A Principled Application, William A. Mayhew
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
Interpreting The Recently Enacted California Underinsurance Provisions Of The Uninsured Motorist Statute, Linda M. Schmidt
Interpreting The Recently Enacted California Underinsurance Provisions Of The Uninsured Motorist Statute, Linda M. Schmidt
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
The Overruling Of Royal Globe: A "Royal Bonanza" For Insurance Companies, But What Happens Now?, Michael J. Gainer
The Overruling Of Royal Globe: A "Royal Bonanza" For Insurance Companies, But What Happens Now?, Michael J. Gainer
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
It Hertz To Be Number One: The Collision Damage Waiver Is Being Attacked On Multiple Fronts , Michael G. Dawson
It Hertz To Be Number One: The Collision Damage Waiver Is Being Attacked On Multiple Fronts , Michael G. Dawson
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
Health Care Providers Meet Erisa: Are Provider Claims For Misrepresentation Of Coverage Preempted, Jeffrey A. Brauch
Health Care Providers Meet Erisa: Are Provider Claims For Misrepresentation Of Coverage Preempted, Jeffrey A. Brauch
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
Reimbursing Hazardous Waste Cleanup Costs Under Cercla: A Move Toward Re-Establishing A Faithful Application Of State Insurance Law, Gary M. Miller
Reimbursing Hazardous Waste Cleanup Costs Under Cercla: A Move Toward Re-Establishing A Faithful Application Of State Insurance Law, Gary M. Miller
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
Exposure, Manifestation Of Loss, Injury-In-Fact, Continuous Trigger: The Insurance Coverage Quagmire , Nicolas R. Andrea
Exposure, Manifestation Of Loss, Injury-In-Fact, Continuous Trigger: The Insurance Coverage Quagmire , Nicolas R. Andrea
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
Selling Structured Settlements: The Uncertain Effect Of Anti-Assignment Clauses , Gregory Scott Crespi
Selling Structured Settlements: The Uncertain Effect Of Anti-Assignment Clauses , Gregory Scott Crespi
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.