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Mastering Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation

A Deep Dive into Strategies, Tactics, and Legal Standards for U.S. Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation.

Created bySkott Bentley
4.4
(133 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Sep 2, 2024
Mastering Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation

What You'll Learn

check_circleIdentify and analyze patterns of institutional bad faith in insurance litigation.
check_circleDevelop strategies to counter common defense tactics during discovery.
check_circleFormulate effective deposition questions that uncover crucial information from adjusters and underwriters.
check_circleInterpret and review complex insurance policy provisions to build a strong case.
check_circleLeverage claims files to expose inconsistencies or misconduct by insurers.
check_circleEmploy best practices for presenting and resolving discovery disputes in court.

About This Course

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the complex world of insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. Designed for legal professionals, the course covers essential strategies for both plaintiffs and defense attorneys, focusing on uncovering institutional bad faith, managing discovery effectively, and understanding the nuances of insurance policies.

With expert insights and real-world examples, participants will learn how to navigate the intricacies of insurance disputes, develop robust litigation strategies, and ensure favorable outcomes for their clients. The course also addresses ethical considerations, the role of experts, and the importance of thorough document review.

Topics List:

  • Institutional Bad Faith: Patterns and Practices
  • Defense's Discovery Game Plan
  • Dirty Discovery Tactics: Disputes and Resolutions
  • Strategic Deposition Questions for Adjusters and Underwriters
  • Reviewing Insurance Policies: Key Elements and Overlooked Provisions
  • The Claims File: What Insurers Don't Want You to Find
  • Effective Plaintiff Attorney Strategies During Discovery

Your Instructors

Skott Bentley
Skott Bentley

Podcast Host | LearnFormula

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Consultant with vast understanding and knowledge of the built environment and the Infrastructure realm, within London and the South. I focus on helping Civil Engineering Consultancies grow their business together by attracting and assessing highly sought-after talent which we engage through the power of direct video marketing and social content.

Benjamin W. Massarsky
Benjamin W. Massarsky

Of Counsel at Miller Friel, PLLC

Benjamin Massarsky is Of Counsel at Miller Friel, PLLC . His practice focuses on representing corporate policyholders in complex insurance disputes in federal and state court. His experience extends to numerous types of insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, directors and officers liability, errors and omissions, political risk, and music tour non-appearance policies. Benjamin’s clients have spanned the manufacturing, real estate, technology, and entertainment sectors. He is sought after by clients for his innovative legal strategies and ability to navigate complex coverage issues. Benjamin was an integral member of the trial team that secured a $112 million verdict on behalf of the firm’s client after a two-week federal jury trial in May 2023. This verdict represents one of the largest bad faith insurance coverage awards in the last 30 years and is among the largest awards of any kind in Indiana history. In addition, Benjamin has an active pro bono practice in which he represents students with special education needs and assists them in obtaining appropriate educational services in public and private schools. He has also drafted writs of certiorari for criminal defendants appealing to the Supreme Court of the United States. Benjamin lives in Bethesda, Maryland, with his wife and two young boys.

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What Students Are Saying

4.4
Student's Choice
133 reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

We are a registered provider with 327+ associations and regulatory bodies worldwide. We operate across 29 global markets including Canada, the US, Australia, and the UK. Every course page clearly displays its specific accreditations. Upon completion, you receive a professional certificate that can be validated online. Our certificates include all necessary accreditation details, credit hours, and completion dates, and are formatted specifically to meet the submission requirements of most global regulatory bodies.

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