MURA LAW GROUP, PLLC
930 Rand Building
14 Lafayette Square
Buffalo, New York 14203
(716) 855-2800 -- Main
(716) 855-0071 -- Direct
(716) 855-2816 -- Fax
(716) 570-5338 -- Cell
EDUCATION
Juris Doctor, Law, University of Buffalo Law School, 1986
Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics, State University of New York at Binghamton, 1983
BAR ADMISSIONS
New York State, 1987
Seneca Nation of Indians Peacemakers', Surrogates and Appellate Courts, 2017
United States Supreme Court, 2024
United States District Court, Western District of New York, 1987
United States District Court, Northern District of New York, 1997
United States District Court, Southern District of New York, 1994
United States District Court, Eastern District of New York, 1994
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Managing Member, Mura Law Group, PLLC , 2021 to present
Managing Member, Mura & Storm, PLLC, 2004 to 2021
Founder, Law Office of Roy A. Mura, 1994 to 2004
Associate Attorney, Lustig & Brown, LLP, 1993-1994
Associate Attorney, Saperston & Day, PC, 1989-1993
Associate Attorney, Hurwitz & Fine, PC, 1988-1989
Confidential Law Assistant, New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Fourth Judicial Department, 1986-1988
PUBLICATIONS
New York Coverage Counsel Blog, http://nycoveragecounsel.blogspot.com, April 2008 to present
Co-Author, Insurance Law Column -- "Higher Stakes for Parties to Insurance Contracts", New York Law Journal (1992)
Co-Author, Insurance Law: 1991 Survey of New York Law, 43 Syracuse Law Review 441-488 (1992)
Co-Author, Insurance Law: 1990 Survey of New York Law, 42 Syracuse Law Review 637-677 (1991)
Contributor, Insurance Law: 1989 Survey of New York Law, 40 Syracuse Law Review 433-461 (1990)
Co-Author, "Resolving Bad Faith Claims: ADR as a Viable Alternative to Litigation", The Claims Forum, Vol. 5, Nos. 1 & 2, American Arbitration Association
REPORTED DECISIONS
Kozwara v. Nationwide Gen. Ins. Co,, No. 20-CV-2579 (S.D.N.Y. 2022)
Thill 13014 LLC v. Finger Lakes Fire & Cas. Co., 2021 NY Slip Op 32020 (Sup. Ct., Erie Co., 2021)
Albany Airport HIE, LLC v. Hanover Ins. Co., 391 F.Supp.3d 193 (N.D.N.Y. 2019)
Gibbs v. State Farm Fire & Cas. Co., 2019 Slip Op 06918 (4th Dept. Sept. 27. 2019)
SK v. Kobee, 2018 Slip Op 00770 (4th Dept. Feb. 2, 2018)
Nick's Garage, Inc. v. Nationwide Insurance, 15-1445-cv (2nd Cir. Nov. 8, 2017)
Century Sur. Co. v. All In One Roofing, LLC, 2017 Slip Op 07236 (2nd Dept. Oct. 18, 2017)
Olson v. Eastern Mut. Ins. Co., 54 Misc.3d 557 (Sup. Ct., Columbia Co., Sept. 20, 2016)
D'Andrea v. Encompass Ins. Co. of Am., 2016 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 40648 (W.D.N.Y. Mar. 28, 2016)
Nick's Garage, Inc. v. Nationwide Mut. Ins. Co., 101 F. Supp. 3d 185 (N.D.N.Y. 2015)
Carlin v. Hereford Ins. Co., 125 A.D.3d 917, 5 N.Y.S.3d 171 (2nd Dept. 2015)
City of N.Y. v. First Natl. Ins. Co. of Am., 79 A.D.3d 789 (2nd Dept. 2010)
Park Country Club of Buffalo, Inc. v. Tower Ins. Co. of N.Y., 68 A.D.3d 1772 (4th Dept. 2009)
First Baptist Church of Olean v. Grey, 63 A.D.3d 1512, 881 N.Y.S.2d 339 (4th Dept. 2009)
KMAPS Corp. v. Nova Cas. Co., 53 A.D.2d 1043 (4th Dept. 2008)
Penna v. Peerless Ins. Co., 510 F. Supp. 2d 199 (WDNY 2007)
Village Import Auto Sales & Serv. v. Motors Ins. Corp., 35 A.D.3d 1216 (4th Dept. 2006)
N.Y. Cent. Mut. Fire Ins. Co. v. Town of Cheektowaga, 13 A.D.3d 1189 (4th Dept. 2004)
Fahrenholz v. Sec. Mut. Ins. Co., 291 A.D.2d 876 (4th Dept. 2002)
A-One Oil, Inc. v. Massachusetts Bay Ins. Co., 250 A.D.2d 633 (2nd Dept. 1998)
Carpentier v. Hanover Ins. Co., 248 A.D.2d 579 (2nd Dept. 1998)
B.U.D. Sheetmetal v. Massachusetts Bay Ins. Co., 248 A.D.2d 856 (3rd Dept.1998)
Nationwide Mut. Fire Ins. Co. v. Pascarella, 993 F. Supp. 134 (NDNY 1998)
Jasco Tools v. American Mfrs. Mut. Ins. Co., 176 Misc. 2d 828 (Sup. Ct., Monroe Co., 1998)
Kawa v. Nationwide Mut. Fire Ins. Co., 174 Misc. 2d 407 (Sup. Ct., Erie Co., 1997)
Jerge v. Buettner, 90 N.Y.2d 950 (NY Ct. Apps. 1997)
Martinson v. Massachusetts Bay Ins. Co., 947 F. Supp. 124 (SDNY 1996)
Incorporated Village of Cedarhurst v. Hanover Ins. Co., 89 N.Y.2d 293 (NY Ct. Apps. 1996)
AWARDS
New York Alliance Against Insurance Fraud, "Fraud Fighter of the Year", 2020
Martindale Hubbell AV Preemminent Peer Rating, 2012 to present
Super Lawyer in the Area of Insurance Coverage, 2012 to present
AM Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys, 2012
Lexis Nexis Insurance Law Community's Top 50 Insurance Blogs, 2009
Distinguished Service Award, New York State Chapter of Special Investigation Units, 2008
Lexis Nexis Insurance Law Community's Top 50 Insurance Blogs, 2008
Certificate of Appreciation, The FBI and Western New York Health Care Task Force, 2003
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Member, Bar Association of Erie County, 1987 to present
Member, New York State Bar Association, 1987 to present
Member, International Association of Arson Investigators, 1993 to present
Member, Defense Research Institute, 1994 to present
Sustaining Member, New York State Fire Investigators IAAI State Chapter 23, 1994 to present
General Counsel, New York State Chapter of Special Investigation Units, 1997 to present
Member, New York Insurance Association, 2009 to present
Member, LexisNexis Insurance Law Community Advisory Board Member, 2010 to present
SEMINAR/TRAINING PRESENTATIONS (468 since 1991)
2024 (4)
Presenter, "ChatGPT -- Artificial Intelligence and Usage in Underwriting", Finger Lakes Insurance Council Underwriting Roundtable; East Syracuse, NY, October 2, 2024
Panelist, "Legal Roundtable", New York Insurance Association; via Microsoft Teams, September 19, 2024
Panelist, "Legal Roundtable", New York Insurance Association; via Microsoft Teams, March 21, 2024
Co-Presenter "Baby Boomers & Millennials--Bridging the Generational Gap in Fighting Insurance Fraud", Insurance Fraud Management 2023 Annual Conference; The Woodlands, TX, March 5, 2024
2023 (15)
Presenter, "Legal Update", NYACT 2023 Annual Seminar; Long Island, NY, November 8, 2023
Presenter, "You Can't Spell Special Without AI--How Will AI Improve SIU Investigations?", NJSIA 2023 Annual Seminar; Atlantic City, NJ, October 24, 2023
Keynote Co-Speaker, "Baby Boomers & Millennials--Bridging the Generational Gap in Fighting Insurance Fraud", NJSIA 2023 Annual Seminar; Atlantic City, NJ, October 24, 2023
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", Buffalo Claims Association's 2023 Annual Seminars Day; Buffalo, NY October 19, 2023
Presenter, "You Can't Spell Insurance These Days Without AI--The Good, The Bad & The Potentially Ugly", Rochester CPCU Meeting; Rochester, NY October 12, 2023
Presenter, "Appraisal of Property Claims", Client Training to NY Property & Casualty Insurance Company Client; via Microsoft Teams, September 27, 2023
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", NAIIA 2023 Eastern Regional Meeting; Baltimore, MD, September 27, 2023
Panelist, "Suffering a Loss Is Bad. Recovery Is Worse", NJ Chapter of Private Risk Management Association; via Microsoft Teams, September 13, 2023
Panelist, "Legal Roundtable", New York Insurance Association; via Microsoft Teams, September 7, 2023
Presenter, "Smart Devices, Smart Data & Smart Investigations", Florida Claims Defense Network; via Zoom, June 6, 2023
Presenter, "Smart Devices, Smart Data & Smart Investigations", 2023 NE-IASIU Annual Conference; Marlborough, MA, May 2, 2023
Panelist, "Legal Update Panel", 2023 Pennsylvania Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority; Pocono Manor, PA, April 27, 2023
Panelist, "Legal Roundtable", New York Insurance Association; via Microsoft Teams, March 23, 2023
Presenter, "Social Media, Devices & Cloud Data in Claim Investigations", PLRB Annual Claims Conference; Orlando, FL, March 22, 2023
Presenter, "Social Media, Devices & Cloud Data in Claim Investigations", PLRB Annual Claims Conference; Orlando, FL, March 21, 2023
2022 (12)
Presenter, "Condo Coverage Training", Regional Insurer Client; via Microsoft Teams, December 20, 2022
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", New York State Special Investigation Units; Saratoga Springs, NY, September 28, 2022
Presenter, "Appraising the Appraisal Clause -- Where Are We in New York", New York Association of Independent Adjusters; Fairport, NY, September 24, 2022
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", International Association of Special Investigation Units Annual Conference; San Diego, CA, September 14, 2022
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", New England Chapter of International Association of Special Investigation Units 15th Annual Joint Training Seminar; Westford, MA, May 3, 2022
Presenter, "Social Media, Devices & Cloud Data in Claim Investigations", PLRB Annual Conference; San Antonio, TX, April 7, 2022
Presenter, "Social Media, Devices & Cloud Data in Claim Investigations", PLRB Annual Conference; San Antonio, TX, April 5, 2022
Panelist, "Implementing A Comprehensive Digital Data and Social Media Workflow", Claims Legal Management Annual Conference; Palm Desert, CA, March 24, 2022
Co-Presenter, "The Bullseye of AI: Precogging the Risks of Using AI in Insurance Fraud Prevention and Detection", Insurance Fraud Management Annual Conference; Orlando, FL, March 9, 2022
Panelist, "Litigation Trends in SIU", Insurance Fraud Management Annual Conference; Orlando, FL, March 7, 2022
Trainer, "For Whom the SOL Tolls...Or Does It?", New York Property & Casualty Insurer Clients and Independent Adjusters; Zoom Meeting, February 22, 2022
Trainer, "The Iceman Cometh & Freeze-Up Losses: Have Your Insurers Used Reasonable Care to Maintain Heat?", Regional Insurer Clients and Independent Adjusters; Zoom Meeting, February 17, 2022
2021 (9)
Presenter, ""Techniques for Conducting Useful Recorded Interviews", New England Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units; GoToWebinar Meeting, October 13, 2021
Trainer, "Some SUM Coverage Training", Regional Auto Insurer Client; Teams Meeting, August 24, 2021
Co-Presenter, "COVID-19's Compounding of Compounding Cream Fraud: Increased Opportunities for Telemedicine Fraud", Joint NYACT-NYSSIU Virtual Summer 2021 Conference; Virtual Meeting, July 14, 2021
Co-Presenter, "Internet Investigations & Social Media: Now What?", Insurance Fraud Management Conference 2021 Virtual Presentation; Virtual Meeting, recorded June 2, 2022
Co-Presenter, "SIUniversity -- Internet Investigations & Social Media: Now What?", National Property & Casualty Insurer Client; Teams Meeting, May 26, 2021
Trainer, "Covering Additional Insureds", New York Property & Casualty Insurer Client; Virtual Meeting, May 25, 2021
Trainer, "New York's 'Broad Evidence Rule' – The What, When, Where, Why and How ", New York Insurers and Independent Adjusters; Virtual Meeting, April 22, 2021
Presenter, "Litigating a COVID-19 Business Interruption Claim in New York -- Contentions, Defenses & The Current Scorecard", New York Insurers; Virtual Meeting, April 1, 2021
Panelist, "COVID-19 Business Interruption Litigation", Massachusetts Defense Lawyer Association Meeting; Zoom Meeting, February 24, 2021
2020 (13)
Co-Presenter, "COVID-19 Business Shutdown and Business Interruption Cover -- Unmet Insurance Expectations and Resulting Litigation", 2020 Northeast Industrial Hygiene Conference; Virtual Meeting, December 4, 2020
Training, "B-b-baby It’s C-c-cold Outside -- Investigating and Defending Claims Involving the Failure to Use Reasonable Care to Maintain Heat or Winterize", Virtual Training for Regional Property & Casualty Insurer Client; Teams Meeting November 18, 2020
Trainer, "Techniques for Conducting Useful Recorded Interviews", Virtual Training for Regional Independent Adjusting Company Client, Microsoft Teams Meeting, November 11, 2020
Trainer, "Uberrimae Fidei -- The Current State of the Law of Bad Faith & Extracontractual Damages in New York" , Virtual Training for SIU Investigators of National Property & Casualty Insurer Client; Teams Meeting, November 5, 2020
Presenter, "Toll or Suspension? What Happens on November 4th?"; Virtual Training for Insurers and Attorneys, November 3, 2020
Trainer, "Techniques for Conducting Useful Recorded Interviews", National Property & Casualty Insurer Client; Teams Meeting, October 23, 2020
Speaker, "Uberrimae Fidei -- The Current State of the Law of Bad Faith & Extracontractual Damages in New York" , NYACT-NYSSIU Joint Webinar, October 7, 2020
Speaker, "Leaning to the Right – Applying Behavioral Economics to the Anti-Fraud Function", NYACT-NYSSIU Joint Virtual Meeting, July 15, 2020
Trainer, Miscellaneous Legal Topics for Regional Independent Adjusting Company, Microsoft Teams Meeting, May 7, 2020
Presenter, "COVID-19 & Fraudulent Insurance Claims -- The Vulnerable Population", NYSSIU Virtual Meeting, May 6, 2020
Co-Presenter, "Internet Investigations - The Latest Development and Trends", Insurance Fraud Management Webinar, May 5, 2020
Keynote Speaker, "Leaning to the Right – Applying Behavioral Economics to the Anti-Fraud Function", New York Alliance Against Insurance Fraud Annual Meeting; New York, New York, March 3, 2020
Presenter, "Social Media & Connected Device Data Investigations", 2020 NAMIC Claims Conference; Amelia Island, Florida, February 12, 2020
Co-Presenter, "The Use of Cameras in Insurance Claims", 2020 NAMIC Claims Conference; Amelia Island, Florida, February 12, 2020
2019 (15)
Trainer, "Arson Investigation", Fraud Awareness Week for National Property & Casualty Insurer Client; Skype Meeting, November 22, 2019
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown"): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", New Jersey Special Investigators Association Annual Anti-Fraud Insurance Seminar; Atlantic City, New Jersey, October 23, 2019
Presenter, "Developments in Social Media and Cloud Data", New Jersey Special Investigators Association Annual Anti-Fraud Insurance Seminar; Atlantic City, New Jersey, October 22, 2019
Presenter, "Recent New York Legislation Affecting Liability Claims Handling: The New General Obligations Law § 15-108 and Plaintiffs’ Direct Recovery against Third-Party Defendants", Buffalo Claims Association's 2019 Education Day; Buffalo, New York, October 17, 2019
Presenter, "Finding & Utilizing Connected Device & Social Media Data in Claim Investigations", NYACT-NYSSIU Joint Meeting; Verona, New York, October 2, 2019
Presenter, "Tenant-Caused Damage or Loss: When Does the Dishonest or Criminal Act Exclusion Apply?", NYAIAI 79th Annual Convention; Verona, New York, September 28, 2019
Presenter, "So You're About to Be Deposed (Or Violently Overthrown"): How Should You Prepare & What Should You Expect?", NYACT-NYSSIU Webinar; August 22, 2019
Moderator, "Legal Panel: The Impact of Electronic Discovery on an SIU File", NYACT-NYSSIU Joint Meeting; West Point, New York, July 23, 2019
Presenter, "Using Cloud Data in Claims Investigations", PLRB Technology & Claims Symposium; Frisco, Texas, June 25 & 26, 2019
Presenter, "Techniques for Conducting Useful Interviews", Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee (FIFEC) Conference; Orlando, Florida; June 7, 2019
Presenter, "Best & Worst Practices for Conducting Recorded Interviews", NE-IASIU Annual Conference; Westford, Massachusetts, June 4, 2019
Presenter, "The Eye in IoT: Using Connected Device Data in SIU Investigations", Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee (FIFEC) Conference; Orlando, Florida; June 18, 2018
Presenter, "Finding & Utilizing Connected Device & Social Media Data in Claim Investigations", International Association of Arson Investigators; Jacksonville, Florida, April 16, 2019
Presenter, "Use of Social Media to Investigate Claims"; PLRB 2019 Annual Claims Conference & Insurance Expo; Indianapolis, Indiana, April 1 & 2, 2019
Presentation, "New York Legal Update", NYSSIU Meeting; Saratoga Springs, New York, March 28, 2019
2018 (15)
Instructor, Legal Update for Independent Adjusters; In-House Training for regional independent adjusting company; Florida, December 5, 2018
Instructor, "New York Suits & Litigation", In-House Training for New York property and casualty insurer; November 14, 2018
Instructor, Auto Claims Fraud Training, In-House Training for regional mid-west property and casualty insurer; Minnesota, November 14, 2018
Presenter, "Appraisal Strategies", PLRB 2018 Eastern Regional Adjusters Conference; Hartford, Connecticut, October 30 & 31, 2018
Presenter, "Appraisal Strategies", PLRB 2018 Central Regional Adjusters Conference; Des Moines, Iowa, September 12 &13, 2018
Instructor, "Top 10 Defenses to New York No-Fault Claims", In-House Training for New York auto insurer; August 22, 2018
Presenter, "The Eye in IoT: Using Connected Device Data in SIU Investigations", Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee (FIFEC) Conference; Orlando, Florida; June 18, 2018
Moderator, "Panel Discussion: Public/Private Sector Interactions"; NYS Chapter 23, International Association of Arson Investigators 2018 Spring Training Seminar; Niagara Falls, New York, May 16, 2018
Presenter, "Use of Social Media to Investigate Claims"; Hot Topics From the Claims Conference PLRB Webinar; May 10, 2018
Presenter, "Use of Social Media to Investigate Claims"; PLRB 2018 Annual Claims Conference & Insurance Expo; Orlando, Florida, April 16 & 17, 2018
Presenter, "The Eye in IoT: Using Connected Device Data in SIU Investigations"; Pennsylvania Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority 2018 Conference; Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania, April 13, 2018
Presenter, "What Is and Is Not Privileged in a Fire Investigation", Long Island Live Burn to Learn; Old Bethpage, New York, April 5, 2018
Instructor, "Effective Recorded Interview Technique", In-House Training for regional insurer; March 21, 2018
Panelist, Litigation Issues Panel, 2018 Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Amelia Island, Florida, March 14, 2018
Presenter, "Techniques for Conducting Useful Recorded Interviews", NYSSIU Meeting; Saratoga Springs, New York, February 6, 2018
2017 (13)
Presenter, "The Eye in IoT: Connected Device Data in Claims Investigation"; 2017 New Jersey Special Investigators Association Conference; Atlantic City, New Jersey, October 17, 2017
Instructor, "Top 10 New York No-Fault Defenses", In-House Training for New York auto insurer; October 16, 2017
Presenter, "Social Media: A Tool To Investigate Casualty Claims", PLRB 2017 Central Regional Adjusters Conference; New Orleans, Louisiana, September 6 & 7, 2017
Presenter, "The Eye in IoT: Connected Device Data in Claims Investigation"; IASIU Members' Webinar; August 23, 2017
Presenter, "The Eye in IoT: Connected Device Data in Claims Investigation"; 59th Annual Finger Lakes Insurance Council June Conference; Auburn, New York, June 28, 2017
Presenter, "Why You Should Be Interested in Insurable Interest", 59th Annual Finger Lakes Insurance Council June Conference; Auburn, New York, June 28, 2017
Presenter, "Ethical Issues for Attorneys Utilizing Social Media in Client Communications, Litigation and Investigations", National Conference for Insurance Guaranty Funds 2017 Legal Seminar; New York, New York, June 22, 2017
Presenter, "Social Media: A Tool To Investigate Casualty Claims", PLRB 2017 Western Regional Adjusters Conference; Riverside, California, June 14 & 15, 2017
Presenter, "Best & Worst Practices for Conducting Recorded Interviews", NE-IASIU Annual Conference; Boxborough, Massachusetts, June 6, 2017
Presenter, "Conducting Effective Social Media Research in Fire Investigations", International Association of Arson Investigators, 2017 International Training Conference; Las Vegas, Nevada, April 11, 2017
Moderator, "Investigative Report Drafting: Content is Key", International Association of Arson Investigators, 2017 International Training Conference; Las Vegas, Nevada, April 10, 2017
Presenter, "Mobile Phone Technology and Other Technological Trends Affecting Claims & Investigations", Nebraska-Iowa SIU Conference; Omaha, Nebraska, April 4, 201
Presenter, "IoT Data Emerging as Evidence & the Growing Transformation", 2017 Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Phoenix, Arizona, March 13, 2017
2016 (18)
Instructor, "New York Unfair Claims Practices", Webinar to national insurer's adjusters of New York claims, December 7, 2016
Presenter, "The Latest & Greatest in Social Media Research", New Jersey Special Investigators Association; Atlantic City, New Jersey, October 19, 2016
Presenter, "Social Media," Insurance Company Board of Directors Meeting, October 5, 2016
Presenter, " Recent New York Insurance Coverage Case Law Every Independent Adjuster Should Know," The New York Association of Independent Adjusters, Lake George, New York, September 30, 2016
Moderator, "Similarities & Differences of Civil & Criminal Investigations & Litigation of Arson Losses" Panel, NYSSIU-NYACT Joint Meeting, Verona, New York, September 28, 2016
Co-Presenter, "Interactive Presentation with an Expert Engineer: Homeowner's Insurance", NYSBA Law School for Insurance Professionals, Amherst, New York, September 16, 2016
Presenter, "2014-2016 New York Insurance Coverage", Mura & Storm, PLLC Educational Conference, Getzville, New York, September 15, 2016
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Insurance & Risk Management Professionals", BCS Insurance Company 2016 Risk Managers' Conference, Boulder, Colorado, September 13, 2016
Presenter, "Social Media Research 201 -- Beyond the Basics", NYSSIU-NYACT Mini Summer Conference, Suffern, New York, July 28, 2016
Instructor, "Social Media Research in Insurance Claim Investigations", In-house Insurer Training, Tampa, Florida, June 22, 2016
Presenter, "Avoiding Defamation Liability--The Lessons of State Farm v. Radcliff", NE-IASIU 11th Annual Joint Training Seminar, Boxborough, Massachusetts, June 8, 2016
Presenter, "Keeping Up with the Chameleon - Adapting to the Changing Colors of Social Media", NYIA 2015 Annual Conference, Verona, New York, June 2, 2016
Presenter, "Legal Pitfalls of Using Social Media as an Investigative Tool", NYACT’s Fraud Technology Summit 2016, Latham, New York, May 4, 2016
Presenter, "Social Media Research 201: Beyond the Basics", 27th-Annual NCFIA Anti-Fraud Conference, Monterey, California, March 24, 2016
Panelist, "Emerging Legal Issues Panel Update: Drones, Rideshare, Policy Language Needs, and More," 2016 Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Savannah, Georgia, March 14, 2016
Moderator, "The Internet of Things and SIU Investigations Management," 2016 Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Savannah, Georgia, March 14, 2016
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Paralegals and Attorneys," Association of Legal Administrators -- Buffalo Chapter, Buffalo, New York, February 16, 2016
2015 (15)
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Fraud Investigators," National Society of Professional Insurance Investigators; Louisville, Kentucky; November 10, 2015
Presenter, "Legal Pitfalls of Using Social Media as an Investigative Tool," New Jersey Insurance Fraud Summit; Atlantic City, New Jersey; October 19, 2015
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Insurance and Law Enforcement Professionals," Florida Auto Theft Intelligence Unit; St. Pete Beach, Florida; September 18, 2015
Presenter, "Avoiding Defamation Liability: The Lessons of State Farm v. Radcliff," International Association of Special Investigation Units; Orlando Grande Lakes, Florida; September 16, 2015
Presenter, "Social Media Research 201: Beyond the Basics," International Association of Special Investigation Units; Orlando Grande Lakes, Florida; September 15, 2015
Presenter, "Fraud in NY No-Fault Claims," In-house training; New York, July 23, 2015
Presenter, "Avoiding Defamation Liability: The Lessons of State Farm v. Radcliff", Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee Conference; Orlando, Florida; June 12, 2015
Presenter, "Social Media 201: Beyond the Basics," Florida Insurance Fraud Education Meeting; Orlando, Florida; June 11, 2015
Presenter, "Social Media Research -- Beyond the Basics," Idaho Fraud Conference; Boise, Idaho; June 4, 2015
Presenter, "A Lawyer's Droning About Drones: First- and Third-Party Coverage Implications of Drone Use," Syracuse Claims Association; Syracuse, New York; May 13, 2015
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Paralegals and Attorneys," Bar Association of Erie County Midday Learning Lecture; Buffalo, New York; May 12, 2015
Presenter, "Tapping into SIU Resources for Successful Investigations & Prosecutions of Auto Fraud," Statewide Motor Vehicle Theft and Insurance Fraud Prevention Annual Program Symposium; Saratoga Springs, New York; April 28, 2015
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Auto Theft Investigators," Maryland Auto Theft Investigators Meeting; Columbia, Maryland; April 22, 2015
Presenter, "Emerging Legal Trends," 2015 Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Coronado, California; March 25, 2015
Presenter, "NY PIP Training"; In-house training; New York; February 11, 2015
2014 (19)
Presenter, "Social Media Research in Insurance Claim Investigations," Insurer In-house training; New York; December 4, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research in Insurance Claim Investigations," Insurer In-house training; Florida; November 3, 2014
Presenter, Insurer In-house training; Florida; October 28, 2014
Presenter, "New York No-Fault Cases," In-house training; New York; October 7, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research" and "Underwriting Options After Discovery of Application of Claim Presentment Fraud," Finger Lakes Insurance Council; Canastota, New York, September 30, 2014
Presenter, "Intelligence Gathering from Social Media & The Web: Legal and Ethical Considerations," Medical Claim Defense Network Seminar; Orlando, Florida, September 17, 2014
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 2012-2014"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 11, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research Training," In-House Webinar, July 30, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research 201: Beyond the Basics," National Insurance Crime Bureau Dialogue Meeting; Melville, New York, June 18, 2014
Presenter, "Avoiding Defamation Liability: The Lessons of State Farm v. Radcliff," Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee Annual Conference; Orlando, Florida, June 13, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research 201: Beyond the Basics," Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee Annual Conference; Orlando, Florida, June 12, 2014
Presenter, "Authentication of Social Media Evidence," In-house training; Ohio; June 27, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Insurance Fraud and Law Enforcement Investigators," Virginia Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigations Units, Richmond, Virginia, May 14, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media for Investigations," Joint Annual Training Seminar of the North East and North Central Chapters of the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators and Ohio Auto Theft Investigators Association; Cleveland, Ohio, May 12, 2014
Presenter, "Applying Behavioral Economics to the Anti-Fraud Function," Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Amelia Island, Florida, March 10, 2014
Presenter, "Legal Considerations of Social Media Research of Insureds and Claimants," In-house training; New Jersey, March 4, 2014
Presenter, "Social Media Research Tools & Techniques of Insurance Professionals," In-house training; New Jersey, March 4, 2014
Presenter, "Social Medial, Fraud and What You Should Know," Southwest Florida Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors, Fort Meyers, Florida, February 4, 2014
Presenter, "15 Things You Should Know About Social Media Research," Utica Claims Association; Utica, New York, January 9, 2014
2013 (20)
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Insurance Fraud and Law Enforcement Investigators," Minnesota International Association of Special Investigation Units; St. Paul, Minnesota, November 12, 2013
Presenter, "Social Media Research 201: Beyond the Basics," New Jersey Special Investigators Association; Atlantic City, New Jersey, October 23, 2013
Presenter, "Social Media Today," 19th Annual Joint Seminar of Anti-Vehicle Crime Association of Wisconsin and Wisconsin International Association of Special Investigation Units; Madison, Wisconsin October 15, 2013
Presenter, "Social Media Research for Insurance Fraud Investigators," Insurance Company Conference; Rhode Island, October 10, 2013
Presenter, "Advanced Social Media Research Techniques & Tools," In-House Training Webinar; September 18, 2013
Presenter, "Social Media Research," In-House Training; Hartford, Connecticut, September 4, 2013
Presenter, "Using Social Networks in Investigations," Nebraska Department of Insurance, Insurance Fraud Prevention Division; Omaha, Nebraska, August 6, 2013
Presenter, "Addressing the Challenges of Settling a Civil Lawsuit," and "Resolution of Claims Involving Medicare Beneficiaries, In-House Training; Buffalo, New York, July 2, 2013
Presenter, "Utilization of Social Media in Investigations," In-House Training; Hartford, Connecticut, May 15, 2013
Presenter, "Strategies and Methods for Conducting Effective EUOs," International Association of Arson Investigators, Inc.; Orlando, Florida, May 6, 2013
Presenter, "Investigating the Stolen Recovered Burned Auto Insurance Claim," Northeast Chapter of the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators; Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, May 14, 2013
Presenter, "Advanced Techniques of Social Media," Northeast Chapter of the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators; Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, May 14, 2013
Presenter, "Social Medial Research in Insurance Fraud Investigations," In-House Training; Buffalo, New York, May 2, 2013
Presenter, "Social Media, Fraud, and What You Should Know," Association of Certified Fraud Examiners; Tampa Bay, Florida, May 10, 2013
Presenter, "Rescission" In-House Training Webinar; New York, April 18, 2013
Presenter, "Using Social Networks in Investigations," iSight Webinar, March 28, 2013
Presenter, "Conducting Difficult EUOs", 2013 Property Loss Research Bureau's Annual Claims Conference & Insurance Services Expo; Boston, Massachusetts, March 19, 2013
Presenter, "New Case Law Concerning Social Media", Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Orlando, Florida, March 11, 2013
Presenter, "Utilizing Social Media in Claims" and "Social Media Policies and Best Practices Recommendations for Claims Adjusters", National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies' Annual Claims Conference; Atlanta, Georgia, February 20, 2013
Presenter, "Lies, Untruths, and Misstatements," New York State Chapter of Special Investigation Units Quarterly Meeting; Cicero, New York, February 13, 2013
2012 (26)
Presenter, "Use of Social Media in Investigations", US Dept. of Health & Human Services, Boston, Massachusetts, December 12, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Research", In-House Investigators Meeting, Rhode Island, December 11, 2012
Presenter, "Using Social Networks in Investigations", National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association 2012 Annual Training Conference; Anaheim, CA, November 14, 2012
Presenter, "Use of Social Networks in Investigations", National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association 2012 Annual Training Pre-Conference; Anaheim, CA, November 13, 2012
Presenter, "Legal Panel"; National Society of Professional Insurance Investigators Advanced Insurance Fraud Seminar; Indianapolis, IN, November 12, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Research in Claims Investigations"; 29th Annual Albany Claims Association Fall Educational Workshops; Latham, NY, October 25, 2012
Presenter, "Social Medial Research for Investigators"; Pennsylvania Auto Theft Prevention Authority;York, PA, October 24, 2012
Presenter, "The Effective & Ethical Use of Social Media Content in Insurance Fraud Investigations"; New Jersey Special Investigators Association, Inc. Anti-Fraud Insurance Seminar, Atlantic City, NJ, October 16, 2012
Presenter, "New York Insurance Cases 2010 - 2012"; New York Association of Independent Adjusters; Canandaigua, NY, 10/12/12
Presenter, "Social Network/Media and Investigations and Internet Searches for Investigators"; Canadian Health Care Anti-Fraud Association Annual Conference; Niagara Falls, Ontario, CA, September 21, 2012
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 2010-2012"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 13, 2012
Presenter, "Effective & Ethical Use of Social Networks in Fire Investigations"; Georgia Fire Investigators Association, Inc.; Savannah, Georgia, July 31, 2012
Presenter, "Examinations Under Oath"; Arson/Fire Investigation for Attorneys; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, Rochester, New York, July 18, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Investigations"; National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association Webinar; June 20, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Investigations"; National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association Webinar; May 22, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Investigations"; Illinois Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units; Addison, Illinois, May 17, 2012
Presenter, "Social Networking/Media for Investigators"; International Association of Auto Theft Investigators - Northeast Chapter; Lancaster, Pennsylvania, May 16, 2012
Presenter, "Don't Tell Me What You Really Think - Avoiding Defamation Liability" and "Legal Updates on Discoverability and Admissibility of Social Media Content"; Pennsylvania 2012 Insurance Fraud conference; Hershey, Pennsylvania, May 15, 2012
Presenter, "Ethical & Legal Use of Social Media Content in Insurance Claims and Underwriting Decisions"; Utica I-Day; Utica, New York, April 26, 2012
Presenter, "Using Social Media in Claims Investigations"; Medical Claims Defense Network Seminar; Orlando, Florida, April 19, 2012
Presenter, "Examinations Under Oath"; 2012 Property Loss Research Bureau's Annual Claims Conference; Orlando, Florida, April 17 & 18, 2012
Presenter, "Leveraging Social Media in Claims and Underwriting"; National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies' Personal Lines Seminar; Orlando, Florida, April 12, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Management Issues"; 2012 Insurance Fraud Management Conference; Phoenix, Arizona, March 26, 2012
Speaker/Instructor, "Good & Bad Faith Claim Handling: Documentation and Extra-Contractual Issues & Consequences"; In-House Training for Property Adjusters; New York, February 15, 2012
Presenter, "Social Media Research in Insurance Fraud Investigation"; National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies' Claims Conference & Exhibit Show; Savannah, Georgia, February 9, 2012
Presenter, "Quarterly Update of No-Fault and Property-Fraud Related Case Law, Legislative and Regulatory Developments"; New York State Special Investigations Units Quarterly Meeting; Cicero, New York, January 18, 2012
2011 (27)
Presenter, "The Effective and Ethical Use of Social Media Content While Conducting Investigations"; Michigan Council of Professional Investigators Annual Meeting; Novi, Michigan, November 3, 2011
Speaker/Instructor, "The Effective and Ethical Use of Social Media in Insurance Fraud Investigations"; In-House Training for SIU Professionals; New York, October 26, 2011
Speaker/Instructor, Reservation of Rights and Coverage Declination Letters, In-House Training for Property Claims Professionals; New York, October 25, 2011
Presenter, "Play Nice and Share: New York's Laws on Sharing SIU and Claim File Materials"; New York State Special Investigation Units Quarterly Meeting; Verona, New York, October 20, 2011
Presenter, "The Effective and Ethical Use of Social Media in Insurance Fraud Investigations"; New Jersey Special Investigators Association 21st Anti-Fraud Insurance Seminar; Atlantic City, New Jersey, October 19, 2011
Presenter, "Facebook, MySpace & Linkedin: New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Investigators"; Association of Investigative Managers' Fall 2011 Meeting; Worcester, Massachusetts, October 17, 2011
Presenter, "The Effective and Ethical Use of Social Media Content in Insurance Investigations"; New York Association of Independent Adjustors, Inc.'s 71st Annual Convention; Rhinebeck, New York, October 16, 2011
Presenter, "Cyberbullying - Offensive Contact of an Electronic Kind"; New York Insurance Association, Inc.'s Emerging Liabilities in New York Seminar; Albany, New York, October 12, 2011
Presenter, "Social Networking Sites: New Tools & Ethical Dilemmas for Insurance Investigations"; International Claim Association's 102nd Annual Education Conference; Las Vegas, Nevada, October 4, 2011
Presenter, "Leveraging Social Media for Claims and Underwriting"; Verisk Insurance Solutions Customer Conference 2011; Lake Buena Vista, Florida, October 3, 2011
Presenter, "Addressing Fraud in First- and Third-Party Claims; How to Identify, Investigate and Protect Yourself"; New York State Bar Association 2011 Law School for Insurance Professionals; Amherst, New York, September 28, 2011
Presenter, "The Effective and Ethical Use of Social Media Content in Insurance Fraud Investigations"; International Association of Special Investigative Units' Annual Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud; San Antonio, Texas, September 14, 2011
Presenter, "Fraud Meet Facebook -- Social Media & Internet Surveillance"; FWCI's 66th Annual Worker's Compensation Educational Conference; Orlando, Florida, August 22, 2011
Presenter, "Social Media Research in Insurance Fraud Investigations"; PCI Fraud Subcommittee Meeting; Des Plaines, Illinois, August 16, 2011
Presenter, NICB Dialogue Meeting; Melville, New York, June 22, 2011
Presenter, "Facebook, MySpace & LinkedIn: New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Insurance Investigators"; FIFEC Annual Conference; Orlando, Florida, June 9, 2011
Presenter for In-House SIU Leadership Training; Nashville, Tennessee, May 26, 2011
Presenter, "Social Media Research in Insurance Fraud Investigation," In-House SIU Training; San Antonio, Texas, May 18, 2011
Presenter, "Social Network Data -- New Tools & Ethical Dilemmas," Rocky Mountain Association of Special Investigation Units Annual Conference, Denver, Colorado, May 6, 2011
Presenter, " Investigating & Defending First- and Third-Party Diminished Value Claims" and "Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Permissive Use," In-House Training, New York, April 29, 2011
Presenter, "Beyond the Malella Defense," New York State Special Investigation Units Quarterly Meeting, Saratoga Springs, New York, April 28, 2011
Presenter, "Facebook, MySpace and LinkedIn: New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Investigators," 2011 Insurance Fraud Conference, Hershey, Pennsylvania, April 25, 2011
Presenter, "Social Network Data--Emerging Issues of Risk", 2011 Insurance Fraud Management Conference, Amelia Island, Florida, March 21, 2011
Presenter, "The Just Right Claim File"; National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies' 2011 Claims Conference & Exhibit Show, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, February 17, 2011
Presenter, "Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments"; New York State Special Investigations Units Quarterly Meeting; Cicero, New York, February 10, 2011
Presenter, "New York No-Fault Intoxication Coverage" Webinar, February 1, 2011
Presenter, "New York No-Fault Intoxication Coverage" Webinar, January 19, 2011
2010 (19)
Presenter, "Facebook, MySpace & LinkedIn -- New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Investigators"; New York Alliance Against Insurance Fraud Annual Meeting; New York, New York, November 4, 2010
Speaker/Instructor; "Best Practice & Procedure for Conducting Difficult EUOs"; Webinar Training for National SIU Team; November 2, 2010
Speaker/Instructor; "Health Insurer Lien, Subrogation & Reimbursement Claims"; In-House Training for No-Fault & Liability Claims Professionals; New York, October 27, 2010
Presenter, "Effective & Ethical Use of Social Networking Sites in Insurance Investigations"; New York State Special Investigations Units Quarterly Meeting; Turning Stone Resort & Casino; Verona, New York, October 20, 2010
Presenter, "Social Media -- New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Insurers"; New York Insurance Association Combined Sound Underwriting with Proven Loss Prevention Strategies for Meaningful Results Seminar; Syracuse, New York, October 13, 2010
Presenter, "Addressing the Challenges of Settling a Personal Injury Lawsuit"; New York State Bar Association; October 1, 2010
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 2008-2010"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 23, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, “Medical Provider Fraud & Licensing Investigations"; In-House Training for No-Fault Claims & SIU Professionals; New York, July 29, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, “Best Practices & Strategies for Taking Difficult Statements"; In-House Training for SIU Professionals; New York, July 27, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, “Don’t Tell Me What You Really Think – Avoiding Defamation Liability in Claims & SIU”; In-House Training for SIU Professionals; New York, July 27, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, "Health Insurance Liens, Subrogation & Reimbursement Requests -- Liability Considerations"; In-House Training for Liability Claims Professionals; July 27, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, "Health Insurance Liens, Subrogation & Reimbursement Requests -- No-Fault Considerations"; In-House Training for No-Fault Claims Professionals; July 27, 2010
Presenter, “Facebook, MySpace and LinkedIn: New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Investigators”; Florida Workers’ Compensation Fraud Task Force Meeting; Altamonte Springs, Florida, July 14, 2010
Keynote Speaker, “Facebook, MySpace and LinkedIn: New Tools and New Ethical Dilemmas for Investigators”; Annual Insurance Fraud Seminar & Expo of the Rocky Mountain Association of Special Investigation Units; Littleton, Colorado, May 7, 2010
Presenter, “Don’t Tell Me What You Really Think – Avoiding Defamation Liability in Claims & SIU”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Saratoga Springs, New York, April 28, 2010
Presenter, “New York No-Fault On Trial”; Prevailing New York Legal Issues for Property and Casualty Insurers; New York Insurance Association; Albany, New York, March 11, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, “Handling Complex Auto PD Claims”; In-House Insurer Training for Complex Auto PD Claims Professionals; March 9, 2010
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Saratoga Springs, New York, February 11, 2010
Speaker/Instructor, "Medicare/Medicaid Reporting Requirements & Permissible Offsets for New York No-Fault Insurers"; In-House Training for No-Fault Claims Professionals; January 28, 2010
2009 (12)
Presenter, “Conducting Difficult Examinations Under Oath,” New York Anti-Car Theft & Fraud Association 2-Day Conference for Insurance Claims & SIU Personnel; Smithtown, New York, November 18, 2009
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Verona, New York, October 8, 2009
Speaker/Instructor, “New York’s New Direct DJ/Late Notice Law and the Lack of Cooperation Defense”; In-House Insurer Training for Commercial Liability Insurance Claims Professionals; Syracuse, New York, October 7, 2009
Presenter, “Conducting Difficult Examinations Under Oath,” Eastern Regional Independent Adjusters Association Conference; Lake George, New York, September 24, 2009
Presenter, “Best Methods & Techniques for Conducting Recorded Interviews”; 2009 International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 24th Annual Seminar & Expo; Palm Desert, California, September 22, 2009
Presenter, “Coverage Issues,” 2009 General Auto Liability New York State Bar Association Program; Amherst, New York, May 29, 2009
Presenter, “Crack Rides – Covered or Not?”; North East Regional Chapter of the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators 37th Annual Training Seminar; Buffalo, New York, May 13, 2009
Presenter, “Best Practice and Procedure for Difficult EUOs” and “Investigating the Crack Ride Loss”; Rocky Mountain Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 2009 Insurance Fraud Seminar; Littleton, Colorado, May 8, 2009
Speaker, “Discoverability of SIU File Materials”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Saratoga Springs, New York, April 22, 2009
Co-Presenter, “LMK Psychological – What Now?”, Mura & Storm Webinooner, April 9, 2009
Presenter, “New York's New Late Notice/Direct DJ Rules”, Mura & Storm Webinooner, April 8, 2009
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Cicero, New York, January 28, 2009
2008 (16)
Presenter, “Identification & Investigation of Key Coverage Issues Relevant to Fire Losses – A Case Study”, NYACT Education Conference for Insurance Claims & SIU Personnel; Melville, New York, November 12, 2008
Presenter, “Methods & Techniques of a Successful Telephone Interview”; Annual Conference of the Oregon Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units; Portland, Oregon, October 8, 2008
Presenter, “Understanding the New York Court or Appeals’ Decisions Permitting the Recovery of Consequential Damages in Bi-Economy Market, Inc. v. Harleysville Ins. Co. of N.Y.”; Buffalo Claims Association’s Educational Seminars Day; Buffalo, New York, October 2, 2008
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2007-2008"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 18, 2007
Presenter, “Investigating the ‘Crack Ride’ Loss – A Claim Study”; International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 23rd Annual Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud; Atlanta, Georgia, September 9, 2008
Presenter, “Best Practice and Procedure for Difficult EUOs”; International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 23rd Annual Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud; Atlanta, Georgia, September 9, 2008
Speaker/Instructor, “Methods & Techniques of a Successful Recorded Interview”; In-House Insurer Training for Auto and Business/Homeowners Insurance Claims Professionals; Syracuse, New York, August 13, 2008
Speaker/Instructor, “New York State Liability & Coverage Issues – Nuances of State Law”; In-House Insurer Training for Auto and Business/Homeowners Insurance Claims Professionals; Indianapolis, Indiana, July 9, 2008
Presenter, “Crack Ride Losses – Covered or Not?”; NYACT Upstate Law Enforcement Full Seminar; Syracuse, New York, June 25, 2008
Presenter, “Best Practice and Procedure for Difficult EUOs” and “Crack Ride Losses – Covered or Not?”; Delaware Valley Chapter of International Association of Special Investigation Units Annual Seminar; Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, June 12, 2008
Speaker/Instructor, “Coverage for Losses Involving New York Loaner Vehicles” and “Investigating & Defending Third-Party Diminished Value Claims”; In-House Insurer Training, April 17, 2008
Presenter, “1 vs. 100 – Quarterly Brief Gameshow”; NYSSIU Quarterly Meeting; Saratoga Springs, New York; April 16, 2008
Speaker/Instructor, “Current No-Fault Issues and Case Law”; In-House Insurer Training; April 15, 2008
Presenter, “Truth or Consequences: Understanding the New York Court or Appeals’ Decisions Permitting the Recovery of Consequential Damages in Bi-Economy Market, Inc. v. Harleysville Ins. Co. of N.Y. and Panasia Estates, Inc. v. Hudson Ins. Co. – Underwriting and Claims Considerations”; Buffalo Claims Association; Blasdell, New York, March 12, 2008
Presenter, “Insurance Fraud – A Legal Perspective”; New York Western Fire Investigators Association Seminar; Rochester, New York, February 9, 2008
Presenter, “Best Practice and Procedure for Difficult EUOs”; NYSSIU Quarterly Meeting; Cicero, New York; January 23, 2008
2007 (15)
Speaker/Instructor, “The Top 10 Most Vexing Issues Challenging No-Fault Insurers in New York State”; In-House Insurer Training; December 18, 2007
Presenter, “The Top 10 Most Vexing Issues Challenging No-Fault Insurers in New York State”; NYACT Education Conference for Insurance Claims & SIU Personnel; Melville, New York, November 13, 2007
Presenter, “Valuation Issues Relevant to Property Loss Claims”; Finger Lakes Insurance Council & Underwriting Seminar & Roundtable; Canastota, New York, October 10, 2007
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2006-2007"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 20, 2007
Presenter, “Hard Way Bets – Best Practice and Procedure for Difficult EUOs”; International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 22nd Annual Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud; Las Vegas, Nevada, September 13, 2007
Presenter, “Investigating the Stolen-Recovered-Drowned Vehicle Claim”; International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 22nd Annual Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud; Las Vegas, Nevada, September 11, 2007
Presenter, “Replacement Cost Coverage/URB”; Finger Lakes Area Insurance Conference; Auburn, New York, June 27, 2007
Speaker/Instructor, “Proof of Loss Forms, Mysterious Disappearance Claims, Preparing SIU Files for EUOs and Miscellaneous Issues”; In-House Insurer Training; June 21, 2007
Speaker/Instructor, “Insurable Interest” and “Material Misrepresentation in the Application”; SIU Training; In-House Insurer Training; May 22, 2007
Speaker/Instructor, “Selecting & Managing Your ‘Experts’”; Property Examiner Training; In-House Insurer Training; May 22, 2007
Speaker/Instructor, “Coverage for Losses Involving New York Loaner Vehicles”; In-House Insurer Training; May 21, 2007
Presenter, “Selecting & Managing Your ‘Experts’”; Buffalo Claims Association’s Educational Seminars Day, Buffalo, New York, May 10, 2007
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Saratoga Springs, New York, April 25, 2007
Speaker/Instructor, “The Top 10 Most Vexing Issues Challenging No-Fault Insurers in New York State; In-House Insurer Training; April 17, 2007
Speaker/Instructor, “Material Misrepresentation in the Application for Insurance”; In-House Insurer Training; March 8, 2007
2006 (9)
Panelist, 1st Bi-Annual No Fault Insurance Fraud Summit; Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York, October 11, 2006
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2005-2006"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 21, 2006
Presenter, “Methods & Techniques of a Successful Telephone Interview”; International Association of Special Investigation Units’ 21st Annual Seminar & Expo on Insurance Fraud; LaQuinta Resort & Club, California, September 12, 2006
Speaker/Instructor, “Conducting Examinations Under Oath”; In-House Insurer Training; June 8, 2006
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Saratoga Springs, New York, April 12, 2006
Speaker/Instructor, “ABC’s of Additional Insured Coverage”; In-House Insurer Training; March 21, 2006
Speaker/Instructor, “New York Update”; In-House Insurer Training; February 16, 2006
Speaker/Instructor, “Rate Evasion Issues”; In-House Insurer Training; February 16, 2006
Presenter, “Methods & Techniques of a Successful Recorded Interview”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York, January 18, 2006
2005 (9)
Speaker/Instructor, “Lawsuits & Legal Proceedings”; In-House Insurer Training; November 16, 2005
Speaker/Instructor, “Material Misrepresentation in the Application for Insurance”; In-House Insurer Training; November 15, 2005
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York, October 19, 2005
Speaker/Instructor, “2004-2005 New York No-Fault Cases”; In-House Insurer Training; October 12, 2005Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2004-2005"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 22, 2005
Speaker/Instructor, “Show Me The Money – Proper Payment Procedures for First-Party Claims: When, How, How Much & To Whom”; In-House Insurer Training; June 1, 2005
Presenter, “Show Me The Money – Proper Payment Procedures for First-Party Claims: When, How, How Much & To Whom”; Buffalo Claims Association 14th Annual Education Seminar Day; Buffalo, New York, May 11, 2005
Presenter, “2005 Insurance Coverage Update: Personal Lines, Bad Faith and Other Developing Topics”; New York State Bar Association; Buffalo, New York, May 6, 2005
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Albany, New York, April 27, 2005
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York, January 19, 2005
2004 (6)
Presenter, “Methods & Techniques of a Successful Telephone Interview”; NYACT Education Conference for Insurance Claims and SIU Personnel; Woodbury, New York, November 16-17, 2004
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2003-2004"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 23, 2004
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Joint NYACT Conference and Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Albany, New York June 22, 2004
Presenter, “Preferred New York Labor Law Cases”, “New York No-Fault Materials” and “Rental Vehicle Damage Claims Under Amended New York General Business Law § 396-z”; In-House Insurer Training; May 25, 2004
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York April 7, 2004
Presenter, “Fraud-related Case Law, Legislative and Regulatory Developments; Especially As Relates to New York No-fault Losses and Claims”; Educational Conference of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York, January 21, 2004
2003 (11)
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2002-2003"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 9, 2003
Presenter, “Fraud-related Case Law, Legislative and Regulatory Developments; Especially As Relates to New York No-fault Losses and Claims”; Educational Conference of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Verona, New York, July 16, 2003
Presenter, “Mold Mitigation, Litigation and Legislation: A Primer for Building Owners and Managers”; Greater Buffalo BOMA meeting; Buffalo, New York; June 18, 2003
Presenter, “The VMM Peril & Vacancy Exclusion – Is Arson ‘Vandalism’ Within the Meaning of the Vacancy Exclusion?”; Buffalo Claims Association’s 12th Annual Educational Seminar Day; Buffalo, New York; May 14, 2003
Presenter, “Quarterly Update of Case Law, Statutory, Regulatory and Legislative Developments”; Quarterly Meeting of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York, April 9, 2003
Speaker/Instructor, “Rental Vehicle Damage Claims Under Amended New York General Business Law § 396-z”; In-House Insurer Training; April 1, 2003
Speaker/Instructor, “Rental Vehicle Damage Claims Under Amended New York General Business Law § 396-z”; In-House Insurer Training; March 6, 2003
Speaker/Instructor, “Rental Vehicle Damage Claims Under Amended New York General Business Law § 396-z”; In-House Insurer Training; March 5, 2003
Presenter, “Rental Vehicle Damage Claims Under Amended New York General Business Law § 396-z”; Utica Claims Association; Buffalo, New York; February 13, 2003
Presenter, “Rental Vehicle Damage Claims Under Amended New York General Business Law § 396-z”; Buffalo Claims Association; Buffalo, New York; February 12, 2003
Presenter, “Update on PIP Regulations and Recent Decisions”; Educational Conference of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Syracuse, New York, January 22, 2003
2002 (8)
Speaker/Instructor, “Insurance Issues Relevant to the Mold Claim: 1st & 3rd Party Losses”; In-House Insurer Training; December 2, 2002
Presenter, “Admissibility of Biochemical Engineering Testimony in New York State and Federal Courts” and “Review of 2001-2002 New York State and Federal Insurance Fraud Case Law”; Educational Conference of the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigative Units (NYSSIU); Batavia, New York, October 17-18, 2002
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage – 2001-2002"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, September 19, 2002
Speaker/Instructor, “Amended Motor Vehicle Reparations Act”; In-House Insurer Training; August 22, 2002
Presenter, “Working with Public Adjusters – Proactive Approaches to Maintaining and Managing the Professional Relationship”, In-House Insurer Training; August 20, 2002
Presenter, “Support Investigation for Legal Defense of Fire Losses and Prosecution of Subrogation Actions”, NYSSIU; New York State Fairgrounds, New York, July 24 2002
Speaker/Instructor, “New York’s ‘Scaffolding Law’”, in-house seminar for Insurance Company Agent’s Meeting; Geneva, New York; May 14, 2002
Presenter, “Insurance Issues Relevant to the Mold Claim: 1st & 3rd Party Losses, Buffalo Claims Association Educational Seminar Day; Buffalo, New York, May 9, 2002
2001 (6)
Speaker/Instructor, "No Fault and Bodily Injury Claims"; In-House Insurer Training; December 11, 2001
Speaker/Instructor, "Coverage Issues in Pollution Losses, Disc Herniation Case Survey, New York No-Fault Claims, "Serious Injury" Threshold Caselaw"; In-House Insurer Training; October 29, 2001
Sponsor/Presenter, "1999 and 2000 Insurance Fraud Cases -- New York"; In-House Insurer Training; September 19, 2001
Presenter, “Medical Provider Investigations Under New York No-Fault Law”; New York Anti Car Theft & Fraud Association, Inc; seminar for insurance claims and SIU personnel; Carousel Mall, Syracuse, New York, July 17, 2001
Presenter, The "Innocent Co-Insured Doctrine": Immediate and Potential Effects of Lane v. Security Mutual Ins. Co.; Utica Claims Association; Utica, New York, April 12, 2001
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 2000"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, March 29, 2001
2000 (8)
Presenter, "Recent Developments in Property Case Law"; Education Conference of the New York Anti Car Theft & Fraud Association; Tarrytown, New York, November 8, 2000
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 1999"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Holiday Inn, Oneonta, New York, June 8, 2000
Presenter, "Late Notice, Notice by Injured Party and Disclaimer Obligation of Carrier", New York State Bar Association's "Insurance Issues in Personal Injury Cases for the Experienced Litigator" Continuing Legal Education Seminar; Buffalo, New York, May 5, 2000
Speaker/Instructor, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 1999"; In-House Insurer Training; May 3, 2000
Speaker/Instructor, "Coverage for Losses Involving Rental Cars"; In-House Insurer Training; March 2, 2000
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 1999"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, March 30, 2000
Speaker/Instructor, "No-Fault Coverage for Losses Involving Rental Vehicles" and "Coverage for Losses Involving Rental Vehicles"; In-House Insurer Training; February 24, 2000
Speaker/Instructor, "Support Investigation for Legal Defense of Fire Losses and Prosecution of Subrogation Actions" and "Public Adjuster Compensation"; In-House Insurer Training; February 23, 2000
1999 (3)
Speaker/Instructor, "Anatomy of a Civil Action"; In-House Insurer Training; June 16, 1999
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 1998"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, April 1, 1999
Presenter, "Bad Faith Litigation in New York"; National Business Institute Seminar for attorneys and insurance professionals; University Inn & Conference Center, Amherst, New York, March 26, 1999
1998 (9)
Speaker/Instructor, "Coverage for Losses Involving Rental Vehicles"; In-House Insurer Property Damage Training Seminar; August 11 and 12, 1998
Speaker/Instructor, "Effective Disclaimer, Denial and Reservation of Rights Letters: When to Issue, To Whom and What to Say"; In-House Insurer Training; May 21, 1998
Speaker, "Components of a Fraud Investigation: External Investigation"; Buffalo Claims Association's Educational Seminars Day 1998; Buffalo, New York, May 14, 1998
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 1996 & 1997"; free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals; Buffalo Sheraton Hotel, April 2, 1998
Speaker, "Examinations Under Oath -- Procedure and Substance"; Certified Fraud Examiners' Dinner Meeting; Amherst, New York, March 24, 1998
Speaker, "Environmental Coverage Issues: Property and Liability"; Madison Mutual Insurance Company Policyholder's Meeting; Chittenango, New York, March 17, 1998
Speaker, "Property Legal Case Updates Relative to Appraisal Process and Other Issues"; Buffalo Claims Association Dinner Meeting; Buffalo, New York, February 11, 1998
Speaker/Instructor, "Dealing with Public Adjusters"; In-House Insurer Training; January 20, 1998
Speaker, "Property & Liability Environmental Coverage: Important Issues and New York Case Law Update"; New York Insurance Association Environmental Awareness Seminar; Albany, New York, January 8, 1998
1997 (7)
Presenter, "Examinations Under Oath -- Not Just for Property Claims Anymore", New York State Chapter of Special Investigation Units Quarterly Meeting; Syracuse, New York, July 16, 1997
Speaker, "Subrogation Attempts by Accident and Health Insurance Companies Against Property & Casualty Companies"; 39th Annual Finger Lakes Area Insurance Conference; Skaneateles, New York, June 25, 1997
Speaker/Instructor, "Late Notice", In-House Regional Training Seminar; June 12, 1997
Speaker, "Workers' Compensation Reform Bill of 1996: Overview of Employer's Liability Limitations and Impact on Claims and Underwriting", Utica Claims Association Dinner Meeting; Utica, New York, April 10, 1997
Speaker/Instructor, "Support Investigation for Legal Defense of Fire Losses and Prosecution of Subrogation Actions", In-House Regional Training Seminar; March 24, 1997
Sponsor/Presenter, "New York Insurance Coverage -- 1996", free workshop/seminar for insurance professionals, Buffalo Marriott Hotel, Amherst, New York, March, 1997
Speaker/Instructor, "Support Investigation for Legal Defense of Fire Losses and Prosecution of Subrogation Actions", In-house Regional Training Seminar; February 10-11, 1997
1996 (17)
Sponsor/Presenter, "Mandatory Appraisal of Property Insurance Claims in New York -- Historical Background, Legal Pre-requisites, Procedural Guidelines and Practical Advise", Seminar for Insurance Professionals, Sheraton Inn; Buffalo, New York, November 18, 1996
Presenter, "Basic Automobile Coverage", New York State Bar Association's "Automobile Insurance Law and Practice 1996" Continuing Legal Education Seminar; Buffalo, New York, November 15, 1996
Speaker, "Environmental Coverage Issues: Property & Liability", Watertown Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Watertown, New York, November 12, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "The Impact of Fraud, Deceit and Misrepresentations by the Insured", In-House Insurer Training; November 1, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Support Investigation for Legal Defense of Fire Losses and Prosecution of Subrogation Claims"; In-House Insurer Training; September 23-24, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Premises Liability Overview"; In-House Insurer Training; September 19, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Workers' Compensation Reform Bill of 1996: Overview of Employer's Liability Limitations and Impact on Claims and Underwriting"; In-House Insurer Training; September 11, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Report Writing for Claims Professionals & Outside Adjusters or Investigators"; In-House Insurer Training; August 9, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Coverage for Discrimination and Harassment Claims under Commercial General Liability Policies"; In-House Insurer Training; June 11, 1996
Co-Chair & Panelist, "The Arson Case Study", Buffalo Claims Association's Educational Seminars Day 1996; Buffalo, New York, May 16, 1996
Presenter, "Premises Liability -- Coverage Issues", New York State Bar Association's Premises Liability 1996 Continuing Legal Education Seminar; Buffalo, New York, April 19, 1996
Co-Chair/Speaker, "Assumption of Risk: Recreational Activities & Sports Involving Infants -- Releases, Waivers & Disclaimers", Lorman Business Center-sponsored educational seminar; Buffalo, New York, April 12, 1996
Speaker, "Examinations Under Oath -- Not Just for Property Claims Anymore: Investigating Fraudulent Property & Casualty Claims and Spotting Red Flags: A Hypothetical", Utica Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Utica, New York, April 11, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Premises Liability Overview"; In-House Insurer Training; April 11, 1996
Speaker, "Examinations Under Oath -- Not Just for Property Claims Anymore: Investigating Fraudulent Property & Casualty Claims and Spotting Red Flags: A Hypothetical", Watertown Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Watertown, New York, April 9, 1996
Speaker, "Examinations Under Oath -- Not Just for Property Claims Anymore: Investigating Fraudulent Property & Casualty Claims and Spotting Red Flags: A Hypothetical", Buffalo Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Buffalo, New York, April 3, 1996
Speaker/Instructor, "Accidents Resulting in Death: Claims Considerations"; In-House Insurer Training; January 12, 1996
1995 (15)
Presenter, "Investigating Fraudulent Property & Liability Claims and Conducting Examinations Under Oath: Procedure & Substance", New York Association of Independent Adjusters' Fall 1995 Educational Seminar; West Point, New York, November 16, 1995
Speaker/Instructor, "New York Labor Law: Underwriting and Claims Considerations"; In-House Insurer Training; November 15, 1995
Speaker/Instructor, Property Insurance Coverage Issues, "Bad Faith" Claims and Fraud/Arson Claims; In-House Insurer Training; November 2, 1995
Presenter, "How Broad is the Broad Evidence Rule? Determining Actual Cash Value of Property Losses Under New York Law", Utica Claims Association's 1995 Educational Seminar; Utica, New York, October 6, 1995
Presenter, "Investigating the Arson and Potentially Fraudulent Claim and Conducting the Examination Under Oath: Procedure and Substance", Utica Claims Association's 1995 Educational Seminar; Utica, October 6, 1995
Speaker/Instructor, "Mortgagee Rights and Obligations under the Standard Mortgage Clause" and "The Broad Evidence Rule: Determining Actual Cash Value of Property Losses Under New York Law"; In-House Insurer Training; October 5, 1995
Presenter, "The Impact of Fraud, Deceit and Misrepresentations By the Insured on the Handling of First-Party and Third-Party Insurance Claims", New York Insurance Law and "Bad Faith" Claims Seminar, Lorman Education Services, Inc.; Buffalo, June 29, 1995
Chair & Presenter, "Mock Oral Examination Under Oath: The Arson Case", Buffalo Claims Association's Educational Seminars Day-95; Buffalo, May 22, 1995
Keynote Speaker & Presenter, "Environmental Coverage Issues: Property & Liability" and "Public Adjuster Compensation & Mandatory Appraisal Under New York Insurance Law § 3404(G)", New York Association of Independent Adjusters' Spring Seminar; Binghamton, April 27, 1995
Presenter, "Effective Disclaimers, Denials and Reservation of Rights Letters: When To Issue, To Whom and What To Say", Watertown Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Watertown, April 11, 1995
Chair & Presenter, "Third-Party Liability Claims Against Employers", New York State Bar Association's Labor Law/Construction Accident Continuing Legal Education Seminar; Buffalo, April 4, 1995
Presenter, "A Survey of 1994 Developments In Insurance Coverage Law -- New York", Lorman Education Services, Inc.; Buffalo, March 31, 1995
Presenter, "Primary Coverage for Losses Involving Rental Vehicles", Utica Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Utica, March 9, 1995
Presenter, "Lead Paint and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Claims: Liability and Coverage Considerations", Buffalo Claims Association's Monthly Dinner Meeting; Buffalo, March 8, 1995
Speaker/Instructor, "Public Adjuster Compensation Under Circular Letter No. 17(1993)" and "Mandatory Appraisal Under Insurance Law § 3404(G)"; In-House Insurer Training; January 1995
1994 (7)
Presenter, "Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists Coverage Claims & Legal Handling Issues In the Wake of Regulation 35-D: That Was Then -- This Is Now", Ætna Casualty & Surety Company; Rochester, December 1994
Presenter, "Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists Coverage Claims & Legal Handling Issues In the Wake of Regulation 35-D: That Was Then -- This Is Now", Empire Insurance Group; Rochester, December 1994
Presenter, "Trigger of Coverage & Number of Occurrences", New York State Bar Association's "Insurance Coverage Issues and Applications -- 1994: A Look At Fundamental Issues and Current Dilemmas" seminar; Buffalo, November 1994
Presenter, "Coverage Issues Regarding Lead Poisoning Claims", CPCU Conferment & Seminar Day, Buffalo Chapter; Buffalo, October 1994
Speaker/Instructor, "Substantive and Practical Environmental Coverage Issues Under New York Law"; In-House Insurer Training; October 1994
Speaker/Instructor, "Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists Coverage: Claims & Legal Handling Issues"; In-House Insurer Training; August 1994
Presenter, "Public Adjuster Compensation Under Circular Letter No. 17 (1993)" and "Mandatory Appraisal Under Insurance Law § 3404(G)", Utica Claims Association's Annual Educational Seminar; Utica, April 1994
1993 (6)
Presenter, "Proactive Options: Examining the Intentional Acts Claim", Buffalo Claims Association's Annual Educational Seminars Day; Buffalo, May 1993
Presenter, "Indemnification/Contribution/Insurance", New York State Bar Association's "Personal Injury Litigation -- Workplace-Related Injuries: The Dialogue of the '90s" seminar; Buffalo, March 1993
Speaker/Instructor, "Current New York Insurance Coverage, Liability and Bad Faith Issues: Claims Handling Considerations"; In-House Insurer Training; Albany, March 1993
Speaker/Instructor, "Common Law Indemnification, Contractual Indemnity & Contribution: Liability & Coverage Considerations"; In-House Insurer Training; March 1993
Presenter, "Common Law Indemnification, Contractual Indemnity & Contribution: Liability & Coverage Considerations"; In-House Insurer Training; February 1993
Presenter, "Underinsured Motorists Coverage Claims Under Pending Regulation 35-D: To Be or Not To Be? -- From the Insurer's Perspective", Continuing Legal Education Seminar sponsored by the Negligence Committee of the Erie County Bar Association; Buffalo, February 1993
1992 (8)
Presenter, "Common Law Indemnification, Contractual Indemnity & Contribution: Liability & Coverage Considerations" and "Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists Coverage Issues Under New York Law", General Accident Insurance; Buffalo, December 1992
Presenter, "Significant Developments in Insurance Coverage Law", American Arbitration Association's Annual "Northeast Dispute Resolution Conference"; Cooperstown, July 1992
Presenter, "Common Law Indemnification, Contractual Indemnity & Contribution: Liability & Coverage Considerations", Utica National Insurance Group; Utica, June 1992
Participant, "Mock Trial of Civil Action", Buffalo Claims Association's annual educational seminar; Buffalo, May 1992
Presenter/Panelist, "Tort Reform in New York State: From the Defense Perspective", training seminar series for over 100 claims examiners, supervisors and other employees of the New York State Insurance Department; New York City, April 1992
Presenter, "Proactive Options: Examining the Intentional Acts Claim", Utica Claims Association's Annual Educational Seminar; Utica, April 1992
Presenter, "Developments in New York Law Regarding a Property Insurer's Obligation to Proceed With Appraisal of Disputed Amount or Value of a Loss", meeting of statewide district claims managers of Nationwide Insurance Companies; Albany, March 1992
Presenter, "Common Law Indemnification, Contractual Indemnity & Contribution: Liability & Coverage Considerations", Ætna Casualty & Surety Company; Rochester, February 1992
1991 (6)
Presenter, "Current New York Insurance Coverage, Liability and Bad Faith Issues: Claims Handling Considerations", Reliance Insurance Company; Rochester, December 1991
Presenter, "Current New York Insurance Coverage, Liability and Bad Faith Issues: Claims Handling Considerations", Empire Insurance Group; Rochester, December 1991
Presenter, "Significant Developments in New York Insurance Coverage Law", American Arbitration Association-sponsored state-wide program entitled "Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Claims: Pitfalls, Strategies, Cost-Containment and Recent Developments"; Buffalo, Rochester and New York City, October/November 1991
Presenter, "Proactive Options: Handling the Intentional Acts Claim", Ætna Casualty & Surety Company; Rochester, September 1991
Presenter, "Comparative Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists Coverage Issues Under New York, Connecticut and Ohio Laws", Preferred Mutual Insurance Company; New Berlin, May 1991
Chairperson, "Personal Injury & Insurance Law", Continuing Legal Education Seminar sponsored by the Negligence Committee of the Erie County Bar Association; Buffalo, February 1991