Insurance
National and regional insurance carriers, Specialty insurers and reinsurers, Risk management companies, Adjusters and claims administrators
Friday, Eldredge & Clarkâs insurance lawyers have represented insurers (including many large national and regional carriers), self-insured companies and private insureds. We have the trial skill and industry knowledge for successful resolution in insurance regulation, coverage and liability issues, professional liability and insurance defense litigation.
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FAQ
How do I begin working with your firm if my insurance company needs legal assistance?
We start with a consultation to understand your lines of coverage, claims environment, and regulatory obligations. From there, we provide a strategy tailored to your defense, compliance, and operational needs.
Do you represent insurers in coverage and bad faith claims?
Yes. We defend insurers in coverage disputes, declaratory judgment actions, and bad faith litigation, working to resolve matters efficiently while protecting your reputation.
What types of insurance defense cases do you handle?
We defend insureds and carriers in matters involving personal injury, property damage, professional liability, products liability, transportation, and medical malpractice claims.
Can you assist with insurance regulatory and compliance matters?
Absolutely. We advise on compliance with state insurance departments, licensing requirements, rate filings, and other regulatory obligations.
Do you handle subrogation claims for insurers?
Yes. We pursue recovery actions against responsible third parties to maximize reimbursement and reduce loss ratios.
Do you represent insurers and reinsurers in reinsurance disputes?
Yes. We counsel on reinsurance agreements, coverage disputes, and risk allocation, and represent parties in arbitration and litigation.
Do you defend carriers in fraud, fire, or arson claims?
Yes. We have experience defending insurers in arson investigations, fraud allegations, and related coverage disputes.
What if my insurance company faces a class action or mass tort claim?
We defend insurers against class actions involving claims-handling practices, policyholder rights, and regulatory compliance, minimizing exposure and reputational impact.
Can you also advise our company on employment or corporate issues?
Yes. In addition to insurance-specific work, we provide counsel on employment, governance, transactions, and corporate matters that affect insurers as businesses.
How does your firm add value to insurance carriers beyond litigation?
We focus on long-term partnerships by helping insurers strengthen compliance programs, manage risk, anticipate regulatory changes, and build strategies to support profitable growth.