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Insurance Coverage Issues Presented by the Opioid Epidemic
With increasing anticipation on the eve of the opioid MDL trials in Ohio, we are excited to include Special Master Mr. David Cohen, who was appointed by the Court in that matter to serve in this capacity.
The Opioid Epidemic continues to make front page news with devastating stories of addiction and loss. Thousands of cases are winding their way through the Court system seeking to determine responsibility for the consequences of the epidemic. This panel discusses the insurance issues raised by these cases including a discussion of the underlying claims, legal theories asserted, and coverage decisions to date.
Who Should Attend:
- Industry professionals and government personnel impacted by the Opioid Epidemic
- Insurance Professionals
- Academics following public health issues, legal, or policy developments
What Will You Learn?:
- Current status of litigation throughout the United States and significant rulings in Opioid litigations
- Discussion of coverage issues raised under different policy types
- Significant cases and rulings in coverage actions
David R. Cohen, Special Master
David R. Cohen is an experienced Federal Special Master, Mediator, and Arbitrator, having been appointed by 18 different federal judges to help resolve highly complex litigation. Honorable Dan Polster, presiding over the national federal MDL In re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation, has appointed Mr. Cohen as Special Master in that matter.
Ray J. Tittmann, Wargo French
Raymond J. Tittmann advises carriers and policyholders on a broad array of policies, including cutting edge issues on the “gig economy,” self-driving cars, and opioids. He represents Certain Underwriters in a rare dispute among Lloyd’s subscribers, testing the London market’s custom of civility. Scottsdale v. Dickstein, 389 F.Supp.3d 794 (C.D.Cal. 2019).
Louisa G. Weix
Louisa G. Weix represents insurers in connection with Professional Liability, Technology, Media, and Cyber Policies. Before focusing on insurance, Louisa representing clients in significant intellectual property, unfair competition, and privacy lawsuits in state and federal courts and in International Trade Commission proceedings.
