article thumbnail

Unlicensed Work Does Not Void Contract With Condos, Florida Appeals Court Says

Insurance Journal

Being unlicensed as a contractor in Florida does not necessarily void a storm-remediation contract, a Florida appeals court said in a decision that could affect insurance defense strategy in hurricane claims. “This shows that it’s really important to know the …

article thumbnail

Mediobanca Makes €6.3 Billion Offer for Generali’s Wealth Arm

Insurance Journal

billion) offer for the wealth management arm of Italian insurer Assicurazioni Generali SpA, opening a potential defense strategy for the Milan-based bank amid Italy’s intensifying deal wave. Mediobanca launched a surprise 6.3 billion ($7.2 Mediobanca, which itself is facing a …

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Coinbase Battles SEC Over Access to Gary Gensler’s Private Communications

Complex Discovery

The crux of the dispute centers on Coinbase’s request for access to private communications from SEC Chair Gary Gensler, which the company deems essential to its defense strategy. cryptocurrency exchange, is currently engaged in a significant legal confrontation with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

article thumbnail

Should I exercise my right to remain silent during a DUI stop?

DAPHNE ALABAMA CRIMINAL DEFENSE BLOG

They can demand that a driver identify themselves and provide information about the vehicle and the insurance policy attached to it. Analyzing that evidence with a skilled legal team can help with the development of an effective DUI defense strategy. They cannot typically force drivers to answer questions.

article thumbnail

Experts Call for ‘NATO-Like’ Cyber Defense Against Chinese Hacking

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: This concise article offers cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery professionals a valuable snapshot of the current cyber threat landscape, particularly concerning China. It efficiently highlights key strategic insights, regulatory considerations, and technological trends crucial for these professionals.

article thumbnail

Did I say too much during a DUI traffic stop?

DAPHNE ALABAMA CRIMINAL DEFENSE BLOG

In fact, people can refuse to answer questions about their prior activities so long as they comply with requests to identify themselves and provide documentation related to licensing, registration and insurance coverage. Typically, the less that people say to police officers during a DUI traffic stop, the better.

article thumbnail

RockYou2024 Leak: Nearly 10 Billion Passwords Exposed, Heightening Cybersecurity Risks for Businesses

Complex Discovery

The cybersecurity community continues to emphasize the importance of vigilance and robust defensive strategies in light of this alarming discovery. Password managers, which can generate and store complex passwords securely, and identity theft protection services are indispensable tools in the fight against cybercrime.