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Trust Issues in Business Insurance: Avoiding Pitfalls with Your Coverage

When businesses and property owners invest in insurance, they expect their policies to provide financial protection in times of crisis. However, trust issues often arise when insurers delay claims, deny valid coverage, or fail to account for legal ownership structures—such as when property is held in a trust. Understanding these challenges can help business owners …

Secret Mortgage Blacklist Leaves Homeowners with Unsellable Condos

A secret mortgage “blacklist” is leaving homeowners throughout the country struggling to sell their condominiums. The list, maintained by Fannie Mae, includes condo associations that the mortgage finance giant deems as having inadequate property insurance or requiring critical building repairs. The consequences can be severe, making it significantly harder for potential buyers to secure financing. …

Insurance Coverage for Federal Investigations

Companies have increasingly faced government investigations into potential misconduct in recent years, leading to significant financial and reputational risks. Federal agencies like the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) have ramped up enforcement of antitrust laws, while the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has also been active in conducting high-profile investigations. For …

Protect Your Business from the Next Data Breach: Freeze Credit and Mitigate Risk

Data breaches are no longer a question of “if” but “when.” As a CEO or business leader, protecting your organization’s financial security and reputation should be a top priority. Proactive measures like freezing credit can safeguard your company from financial fraud, shield corporate accounts, and maintain your credibility with stakeholders, including insurance carriers. Freezing Credit: …

Homebuyers Gain Leverage Over Sellers

Bidding wars over houses are fading, and buyers are gaining more leverage over sellers for the first time in years. More sellers are lowering prices or offering incentives to close deals in today’s less competitive real estate market. According to real estate brokerage firm Redfin, the average home now sells approximately two percent below the …

Medicare Negotiated Lower Prices for These 10 Drugs

Under recent federal law, Medicare now has the power to directly negotiate pricing with major pharmaceutical companies. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) empowered the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to negotiate the prices for certain prescription drugs. The intent was to secure cost savings for the government and ensure seniors’ access to some …

How Does Life Insurance Work and What to Know Before You Buy?

Life insurance is a critical part of financial planning that offers financial protection for your loved ones in the event of your death. However, with various policies available and important considerations to keep in mind, understanding how life insurance works and choosing the right policy can be overwhelming. At Herold Law, P.A., our New Jersey …

Pros and Cons of Settling Insurance Coverage Disputes Out of Court

Financial considerations may strongly influence your decision-making when faced with an insurance coverage dispute. It is essential to assess each case objectively to optimize your financial recovery. Typically, you must choose between settling out of court or proceeding to trial, where a judge or jury will render a decision. Below, we explore the advantages and …

D&O Insurance and Corporate Liability

Directors and officers liability insurance, commonly known as D&O insurance, is an important safeguard for individuals who serve in leadership roles within a corporation. This insurance protects directors and officers from personal liability if they are sued for decisions made within their official capacity. Without D&O insurance, these individuals may be financially responsible for settlements …

States Buckling to Insurance Industry Demands

States are bowing to home insurers’ demands for insurance rate increases and lesser consumer protections to prevent residents from losing coverage. In the past year, one state stopped vetoing rate requests, while others allowed insurers to reduce storm coverage or expand the types of associated costs when setting rates. A recent Wall Street Journal analysis …

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