Curtis Publishes Article in Indiana Attorney Journal
Justin Curtis has published an article in The Indiana Lawyer concerning consent-to-assignment clauses in insurance contracts, particularly as it relates to recoverable depreciation. In the article, he discusses the purpose of such clauses and possible exceptions. He also analyzes court decisions in several cases and suggests factors to be aware of when handling similar matters. The full article […]
Rankin and Haine Update Class Actions Chapter in Illinois Attorney Handbook
Jason Rankin and Thomas Haine have co-authored an update to a chapter in the 2020 Class Actions Handbook published by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education. The chapter, entitled “Providing Notice of a Class Action,” discusses various issues relating to class notice, including the acceptable methods of giving notice, the notice itself, and the cost of […]
Rankin and Haine Update Class Actions Chapter in Illinois Attorney Handbook
Jason Rankin and Thomas Haine have co-authored an update to a chapter in the 2020 Class Actions Handbook published by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education. The chapter, entitled “Providing Notice of a Class Action,” discusses various issues relating to class notice, including the acceptable methods of giving notice, the notice itself, and the cost of […]
Hay and Wagener Published in Medical Liability Journal
Linda Hay and Susan Wagener have published an article in Inside Medical Liability, the journal of the Medical Professional Liability Association. Using the case study method, they first analyze the challenges faced by medical practitioners and their defense team in the aftermath of a hard-fought malpractice case. They then outline the importance of various communications topics defense […]
Reda and Millaway Publish Article on Trucking Companies’ Heightened Need for Liability Vigilance
Online shopping may bring convenience to consumers, but it also brings a heightened need for trucking companies to assess their liability coverages. In an article in a recent trucking industry newsletter, HeplerBroom attorneys Michael Reda and Kelley Millaway discuss some of the companies’ increased potential for product, premises, and personal injury issues. The full article […]
Insler Publishes Update on Illinois’ BIPA
Charles Insler published an article in the January 2020 Illinois Bar Journal that evaluates how Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) has been interpreted by courts in the wake of the Illinois Supreme Court’s Rosenbach decision and explores some of the issues that still remain unresolved (e.g., the definition of “violation” and whether BIPA is susceptible to substantive due-process […]
Curtis and Allen Publish Article for Indiana Legal News Periodical
Justin Curtis and Anastasiia Allen have published one of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana’s monthly columns for The Indiana Lawyer, a bi-weekly newspaper covering Indiana legal issues, law schools, and bar associations. The article examines the potential inadmissibility of an expert’s testimony when a contingency fee is involved. To view the full article, click To view the […]
Varadachari Co-Authors Article for Claims and Litigation Management Journal
Bharat Varadachari has co-authored an article for CLM Magazine that addresses the importance of transportation defense attorneys establishing a sound and respectful working relationship with truck drivers involved in litigation cases. The full article, co-authored with Jaci House, an insurance analyst with Kiewit Corporation, can be read here. Varadachari, a partner in the firm’s St. Louis office, focuses […]
Moch Authors Article On Exaggerated Injuries For International Insurance Magazine
In the Fall 2019 issue of SIU Today (the quarterly magazine of the International Association of Special Investigators), Eric Moch discusses how the Illinois Supreme Court’s decision in Peach v McGovern has restored common sense to the admissibility of vehicle damage photos in bodily injury trials. His article is available His article is available here. Moch, a partner in the […]
Banasek and Brandabur Publish Article on Medical Malpractice
What happens when a plaintiff dies during litigation? Tammera Banasek and Matthew Brandabur have published an article in the IDC Quarterly that examines the potential impact of such an occurrence. The article also details practical considerations counsel may consider, including a comprehensive litigation plan. The full article is available here. Banasek, a partner in the firm’s […]