What Conflicts Trigger an Insurer’s Duty to Provide Independent Counsel to Defend an Insured

Designed for senior-level coverage professionals and executives, this month-long series, developed by Wilson Elser attorneys will explore the complexities in coverage that pose the greatest challenges to insurers today and in the near future. Each week, experienced attorneys will address a new topic. Join one or all master classes for valuable insights from Wilson Elser’s thought leaders.

Tuesday, May 13, 1–2 pm ET: 
What Conflicts Trigger an Insurer’s Duty to Provide Independent Counsel to Defend an Insured
Jonathan Meer, Susan Schwartz, Thomas Spitaletto

The presenters will focus on the conflicts that trigger an insurer’s duty to provide independent counsel to defend an insured. This presentation is designed to assist claims professionals in determining when the insurer’s right to control the defense of a claim against its insured must give way to the insured’s right to use its own independent choice of defense counsel, and the type of conflict that gives rise to that right. The presenters will provide an overview of the general principles as well as the specific law in the key jurisdictions of California, Florida, Illinois, New York, and Texas.