Fire Prevention Week is October 5–11, and this year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety™,” focusing on the safe use and disposal of lithium-ion batteries, a growing cause of fires. Understanding thermal runaway for fire safety purposes helps with the prevention of losses related to lithium-ion batteries. Understanding thermal runaway once the loss has already...
International trade has become more seamless over the years, and bills of lading which represent a receipt, contract and proof of ownership all at the same time, play a key role in this. It is important for parties to a bill of lading to be aware and understand their responsibilities, liabilities and limitations under the...
On July 24, 2025, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a recall for more than 634,000 Frigidaire-branded minifridges. The CPSC recall notice indicates that the minifridges’ “electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.” According to the CPSC recall notice, there have been at least 26...
In this episode of Subro on the Go, regular co-hosts, David Brisco (San Diego) and Joe Rich (Miami) are joined by Virginia Markovich (New York) and Kris Cherevas (San Diego) to discuss the unique issues that can arise when pursuing subrogation on claims involving high profile insureds. Whether your insured is a celebrity, public figure,...
When drafting a contract, aim to avoid court but prepare as if litigation is inevitable. In commercial transactions and disputes, the crux of a case often hinges on the details of the agreements. The following are common contractual conundrums and practice tips for addressing them. We hope this article will help you in understanding the...
Florida Statute Section 624.155(6) is a significant provision affecting subrogation in Florida. This statute, enacted as part of a broader tort reform package in March 2023, addresses the complexities liability insurers face when dealing with multiple claimants with competing claims that exceed policy limits. Prior to the enactment of Florida Statute Section 624.155(6), liability insurers...
Some areas of subrogation are niche and require specialized knowledge and expertise for analysis and investigation. Examples of those unique areas are losses involving the industries of trucking, marine, and aviation. Inspired by P.D. Eastman’s “Go, Dogs, Go,” this article breaks down each of these niche areas with a brief overview of the various applicable...
When pursing your subrogation claims in litigation, your discovery strategy and establishment of the evidence must include rebuttals to asserted affirmative defenses, including, if applicable, a presumptive statute of repose for products. About The Author
This Women in Subro blog series highlights powerhouse women in the industry while discussing leadership, management, and success in subrogation. About The Author
