article thumbnail

Fifth Circuit Holds That Foreign Forum Selection Clauses Are Enforceable In Insurance Policy

The Energy Law

The following day, Noble House advised Underwriters at Lloyd’s, its insurer, of the casualty, whose policy allegedly covered the claim. Noble House purchased the policy from Underwriters by way of a Texas-based insurance broker in February 2018. To date, Underwriters have not denied coverage. The case is Noble House, L.L.C.

article thumbnail

United States Fifth Circuit Confirms Remedies Available to Subrogated Insurer

The Energy Law

On July 7, 2017, the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal, in Associated International Insurance Company v. Scottsdale Insurance Company , held that, under Texas law, the subrogation clause of an insurance agreement allowed a subrogated insurer to seek reformation of a contract between its insured and a third party.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Choice-of-Law Provisions in Marine Insurance Contracts Upheld by the Supreme Court

The Energy Law

In a much-anticipated decision, the United States Supreme Court held that choice-of-law provisions in marine insurance contracts are presumptively enforceable under federal maritime law with a few narrow exceptions. In Great Lakes Insurance SE v. Great Lakes Insurance (“Great Lakes”) and Raiders Retreat Realty Co. LLC , 601 U.S.

article thumbnail

How to change the narrative about college

SmartBrief

Time to redefine education It is time to redefine college to include an array of non-degree programs and other paths to prepare for the professional workforce. I recently followed one group, Willow Education, as they piloted a new advising platform at several high schools. Opinions expressed by SmartBrief contributors are their own.

Education 108
article thumbnail

Louisiana Governor Signs 2020 Tort Reform Legislation

The Energy Law

One of the major outcomes of the 2020 Louisiana Legislative session was the passage of tort reform legislation that supporters argue will lower insurance rates and change the state’s notoriously litigious environment. Further, the new law will preclude discussion of a party’s insurance coverage before a jury.

article thumbnail

Commercial Lease Considerations in the Wake of Hurricane Laura

The Energy Law

Being familiar with your lease agreement is the key to understanding the extent of your rights and responsibilities, especially as they pertain to repair obligations, obligations regarding the payment or reimbursement of insurance deductibles, insurance recovery, and rights to termination and reduction (abatement) of rent.

article thumbnail

EnerCom announces initial list of presenting companies for the 30th annual Energy Investment Conference to be held August 17–20, 2025 in Denver, Colorado 

Oil & Gas 360Âş

Pathways to Inclusive Higher Education, the Golf Tournament requires a $150 charity donation to participate. haynesboone.com IMA IMA Financial Group is an independent broker defining the future of insurance through comprehensive and consultative risk and wealth management services. Benefitting IN! Venue: Westin Denver Downtown.

Energy 200