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Insurance Disputes

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Our firm specializes in representing both local and foreign insurance companies and reinsurers across a wide range of practice areas, with deep understanding of the unique complexities inherent in the insurance industry.

As cases often involve different regulatory considerations and significant financial implications, S. Horowitz & Co. insurance team brings the extensive experience that is required for representation of insurers in high-stakes disputes across multiple jurisdictions. Our Insurance team is recognized by The Legal 500 as a “top-class group of litigation specialists”.

Our Insurance team has successfully handled hundreds of  insurance and coverage disputes for foreign and domestic insurers. We combine deep industry knowledge with strategic litigation approaches to achieve favorable outcomes in both individual and aggregated claims.

We provide comprehensive counsel on all aspects of insurance litigation, from initial risk assessment through trial and appeal. Our expertise spans both standard and specialty lines, with particular strength in representing product liability, third party liability, professional liability, property damage, D&O policies, R&W policies, aviation and environmental cases.

Our representation encompasses both insurers and insureds on behalf of insurance companies, while maintaining the delicate balance required between diverse interests. We understand the need for a nuanced and balanced approach that takes into account the legal and commercial complexities involved in this dual representation, while strictly adhering to all ethical and professional requirements. Our expertise enables us to skillfully navigate this complex relationship, delivering exceptional legal services to all parties involved.

Core Capabilities

  • Coverage Litigation: Defending complex coverage issues across personal and commercial lines, including general liability, excess and umbrella liability, and professional liability matters.
  • Policy Interpretation: Resolving disputes concerning policy wording, coverage interpretation, and contractual obligations.
  • Specialized Insurance Claims: Handling claims involving D&O coverage, R&W policies, professional indemnity, life insurance, cyber liability, and environmental coverage matters.
  • Class Action Defense: Representing insurers in policyholder class actions related to claims handling practices, premium calculations, coverage disputes, and alleged unfair competition.

"The team is very supportive, available to us 24/7 and gives us the feeling that we have a legal partner at any time. We also feel that, apart from the legal aspect, the team has a broader business view than other firms, and helps us understand the potential exposures of any legal action so we can take the right decision from our side."

The Legal 500

Our attorneys draw on significant experience in defeating class certification, obtaining dismissals, and managing potentially high-exposure matters. We stay connected with insurance regulators and remain current on emerging issues in jurisdictions nationwide. This allows us to provide strategic counsel that not only addresses immediate litigation concerns but also helps clients proactively avoid future disputes through informed policy development and claims handling practices.

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