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New Blog: To Pay or Not to Pay “Rip and Tear” Damages Have you ever wondered if a contractor’s Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance policy should cover the costs of uncovering defective work and accessing damaged building elements? This intricate issue varies by state and is hotly debated in the construction insurance industry. Check out our latest blog post by Kenneth Stallard and Martin R. Shaw, Esq. where we delve into: - Key court decisions from California, Arizona, Maryland, and Washington - Definitions of “property damage” and “occurrence” in CGL policies - How different jurisdictions interpret “rip and tear” damages Carr Maloney, P.C. advises and represents contractors and subcontractors on insurance policy analysis, coverage litigation, and strategic claim advice. Our expertise covers both local and national complex and multidistrict insurance coverage disputes. Read the full blog post here and stay informed! Don't forget to subscribe to our blog for more insights. https://lnkd.in/dZPBPT4m #InsuranceLaw #ConstructionLaw #CGLPolicy #LegalInsights #CarrMaloneyPC

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Curious about the impact of AI on the attorney-client relationship? Dive into "Can Chat-GPT be my co-counsel? The rise of AI and its Implication on the Attorney-Client Relationship" by Andrew Stewart on the Carr Maloney Legal Ethics Blog. As we navigate through 2024, the AI market is booming, with giants like Nvidia making waves. But what does this mean for practicing attorneys? This insightful article explores how AI, including tools like ChatGPT, is reshaping legal practice and the ethical considerations that come with it. Don't miss out on this must-read piece for all legal professionals. Check it out now! https://lnkd.in/eHRv8nQe #AI #LegalTech #Ethics #ChatGPT #LawyerLife #LegalMarketing #AttorneyClientRelationship

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New Legal Development in Corporate Auto Policies In a recent ruling, the Appellate Court of Maryland clarified that corporate auto insurance policies do not extend coverage to individuals. This decision will have significant implications for both insurance carriers and business owners. Read the full article by James Steele and David B. Schlosser to understand the impact of this ruling and how it may influence future coverage decisions. Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/epr7Hdtr #InsuranceLaw #CorporatePolicies #LegalUpdate #MarylandAppellateCourt #BusinessLaw

New Article on the Class Action Blog! The U.S. Supreme Court is set to review Nvidia's appeal against a revived shareholder lawsuit alleging misleading statements about cryptomining revenue. This decision could have major implications for securities litigation standards. Click here to read the full article by Matthew Berkowitz and Carr Maloney PC's summer associate Mac McCullough: https://lnkd.in/ghf_rbJc #SecuritiesLaw #ClassAction #Nvidia #Cryptomining #LegalUpdate #SupremeCourt #ShareholderLawsuit

Join Us for the 13th Annual Avoiding Legal Malpractice Seminar 2024 Presented by Eileen Garczynski, Esq. of Ames & Gough and Dennis J. Quinn of Carr Maloney PC. Why Attend? - Earn 2 hours of ethics credit (MCLE: 2.0 Ethics, Live-Interactive: 2.0 Ethics) - Explore the risks of using artificial intelligence in legal practice and how to mitigate them - Learn strategies to avoid lateral-hire risks amid the large migration of attorneys - Embrace wellness practices tailored for lawyers to improve health and productivity Date and Time: 📅 Thursday, September 5, 2024 📅 Monday, October 7, 2024 📅 Thursday, October 31, 2024 🕙 10:00 a.m. – Noon Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your legal practice, stay updated with the latest industry standards, and prioritize your well-being. Join your peers in this essential seminar to avoid legal malpractice and elevate your professional standards. Click the link for more information. #LegalSeminar #EthicsCredit #LegalEducation #AIinLaw #AttorneyWellness #AvoidMalpractice #LegalCommunity https://www.vacle.org/

Kenneth Stallard Named Lawyer of the Year by the DC Defense Lawyers’ Association Carr Maloney LLP is proud to announce that Partner, Kenneth Stallard, has been honored with the prestigious "Lawyer of the Year" award. This accolade recognizes Ken's outstanding contributions to the legal profession and the defense bar. Ken's relationship with the DC Defense Lawyers’ Association is longstanding and deeply rooted. He served as the Association's President from 2008 to 2009, demonstrating remarkable leadership and vision. Following his presidency, Ken continued to contribute significantly to the Association as a Member of the Board of Directors from 2008 to 2012. Ken's dedication to the legal profession, his clients, and his colleagues at Carr Maloney is unparalleled. His expertise, professionalism, and integrity have made him a respected figure within the legal community. This award is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and the high regard in which he is held by his peers. Please join us in congratulating Ken on this well-deserved honor. We are incredibly proud to have him as part of our team and look forward to his continued success and contributions to the field of defense law.

Upcoming Seminar: Demystifying Legal Fees with Dennis J. Quinn Carr Maloney PC partner, Dennis Quinn, will present an essential seminar in collaboration with Virginia CLE. The seminar, titled “Demystifying Legal Fees: Retainers, Flat Fees, Fixed Fees, Non-Refundable Fees, and Minimum Fees–What Do They Mean? Why Does It Matter?” is designed to provide invaluable insights into the complexities of legal fees. Seminar Details Thursday, September 5 | 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET  Live Webcast | Live Telephone  Live on Site in Richmond/ Innsbrook at the Bobzien-Gaither Education Center 4801 Cox Road, Suite 108 Glen Allen, VA 23060 Presented by: Dennis Quinn, Carr Maloney, Washington, DC and Renu M. Brennan, Bar Counsel, Virginia State Bar, Richmond Why This Seminar Matters Trust account violations remain a critical issue, consistently ranking among the top two breaches of the Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct. These violations account for nearly one-fifth of disciplinary sanctions annually and are often preventable. Many violations arise from misunderstandings about ethical obligations under the Rules of Professional Conduct, specifically: Rule 1.5(a) - Fees: Guidelines for reasonable fees. Rule 1.15 - Safekeeping Property: Proper handling of client funds and property. Rule 1.16 - Declining or Terminating Representation: Procedures for ending client representation. MCLE Credit: 1.0 (Ethics: 1.0)    |  Live-Interactive Credit: 1.0 | Designation Credit: 1.0 Ethics Demystifying Legal Fees: Retainers, Flat Fees, Fixed Fees, Non-Refundable Fees, and Minimum Fees—What Do They Mean? Why Does It Matter? – Virginia Continuing Legal Education (vacle.org)

Sharpen Your Risk Management Skills & Earn Yor Two Hours of Required Ethics Credits! The 13th Annual Avoiding Legal Malpractice Seminar is back! Join Carr Maloney partner Dennis J. Quinn and Eileen Garczynski, Esq. of Ames & Gough for this interactive program designed to provide law firms with an overview of the most common legal malpractice claims (including related risks, such as cyber, management, and employment-related claims), and how to avoid them. Eileen Garczynski, Esq. (an attorney with more than 30 years of risk management experience) and Dennis J. Quinn (an attorney with decades of experience defending legal malpractice cases) will give you a framework to identify and proactively address risks and opportunities across your entire firm. Choose from multiple convenient formats: - Live webcast or telephone participation on Thursday, September 5th or Monday, October 7th, from 10:00 AM to Noon Eastern Time. - Live participation (with Q&A) on-site in Richmond, VA at the Bobzien-Gaither Education Center (4801 Cox Road, Suite 108, Glen Allen) on Thursday, September 5th, from 10:00 AM to Noon Eastern Time. Don't miss this valuable opportunity! Register today: https://lnkd.in/eRf8JS-D #legalmalpractice #riskmanagement #ethics #cle #carrmaloney