Master the strategic nuances of Declaratory Judgment actions to effectively navigate complex insurance coverage disputes and secure favorable outcomes.
Join us for this overview on how to handle a declaratory judgment action from the perspective of plaintiffs, defendants, and insurance carriers. This course covers the who, what, when, where, why, and how of declaratory judgment actions.
This course breaks down the litigation process into the fundamental elements of the who, what, where, when, why, and how of declaratory judgments. The presenters move beyond abstract theory to provide actionable strategies for navigating the intersection of underlying injury cases—such as New York Labor Law construction accidents—and high-stakes coverage disputes. From initial disclaimers to final judgments, viewers will gain the tactical insight needed to manage these parallel actions effectively.
Key learning outcomes and topics include:
By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to handle the intricate discovery process, manage conflicting testimony between actions, and utilize mediation to resolve global disputes. Join this session to sharpen your skills in navigating the high-pressure environment of insurance litigation.
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Partner at Smiley & Smiley
Rosa is a Partner and Chair of the Insurance and Risk Division at Smiley & Smiley, LLP, and has been in private practice for over 30 years with a focus on policyholder and plaintiff insurance coverage matters. She serves as an insurance coverage consultant to insurance policyholders, plaintiffs, and attorneys who face insurance issues in personal injury and property damage cases. She has also litigated numerous construction, labor law, business owners, automobile, homeowner, life, and disability insurance cases and serves as lead counsel on several New York State litigation matters in the state and federal courts. Having worked on behalf of insurance carriers for over 20 years and now concentrating on policyholder and plaintiff insurance coverage matters, she brings a unique perspective and insight to insurance coverage disputes.
Senior Counsel at Smiley & Smiley LLP
Jocelyn is Senior Counsel with the Insurance Coverage & Risk Division at Smiley & Smiley, where she handles insurance coverage, personal injury, property damage, and commercial liability matters. She earned her JD from SUNY Buffalo Law School, where she was an Associate with the Buffalo Intellectual Property Law Journal.
