The daily life of a subrogation professional is often analogized to digging through stones in search of diamonds. The dig can be frustrating, exhausting, and even discouraging at times. Each investigation begins with optimism and enthusiasm, but many times the end result is that the diamond we thought we were holding, is just another stone....
This Women in Subro blog series highlights powerhouse women in the industry while discussing leadership, management, and success in subrogation. In our interview with Suzanne Radcliff, Office Managing Partner of Cozen O’Connor’s Dallas office, we recognize her 25 years of dedication, passion, and fearlessness. About The Author
For subrogation investigations on losses to residential property, do not forget to check for the permits on recent improvements, as well as purchase agreements and seller disclosures on recently purchased properties. California Assembly Bill No. 968 (AB-968), which will apply to real property sale contracts starting July 1, 2024, creates new disclosure obligations of repairs...
It was a collaborative effort in compiling Volume II of the Cozen O’Connor Subrogation Mixtape. Again, our playlist covers all genres with themes of fire, water, lawyering, and of course that subro mindset. It is an eclectic mix, like subro professionals themselves. A summer subrogation playlist for your listening enjoyment! About The Author
Affirmed! That is the word of the day as the California Court of Appeals recently issued a published decision affirming that an inverse condemnation cause of action continues to apply to investor-owned utilities in California. The Second District Court of Appeal affirmed the trial court’s decision to deny an electric utility’s demurrer to plaintiff’s cause...
An earthquake in Manhattan? Bet you didn’t have that on your 2024 bingo card. Yet on April 6, a 4.8-magnitude earthquake sent people scrambling outside their homes and offices, not just in New York but throughout the larger Northeast, spanning as far south as Philadelphia and as far north as Boston. Of course, earthquakes are...
Vacant buildings, due to improper security, maintenance or protection, are constantly the source of fires that spread to neighboring and innocent property owners. These properties create significant risks to their surroundings while making subrogation claims difficult from the outset. About The Author
ChatGPT captures the essence of subrogation in poetic form. Playful and on point, we share the following rhythm and rhyme. As Cozen O’Connor attorneys know and appreciate, sometimes cases need a creative approach. About The Author
To show our affection for our subro friends and colleagues, Cozen O’Connor has made this mixtape covering all genres with themes of fire, water, money, and the subro mindset. Hope you enjoy this subro playlist! Side A We didn’t start the fire- Billy Joel Light my fire- The Doors Great Balls of Fire- Jerry Lee...
This Women in Subro blog series highlights powerhouse women in the industry while discussing leadership, management, and success in subrogation. In our interview with Victoria Phillips, Subrogation Claims Manager at Erie Insurance, she exuded enthusiasm for subrogation and education. About The Author