When the Named Insured Dies: A Hard Lesson on Coverage, Legal Standing, and Policy Renewal

It is not uncommon for employees to be injured in motor vehicle accidents while acting within the course and scope of their employment. Such incidents frequently implicate multiple layers of insurance coverage. Regardless of fault, injured employees may be eligible for benefits including workers’ compensation, Personal Injury Protection (PIP), and health insurance (including Medicare). Workers’ compensation and PIP are considered primary over Medicare, meaning they must pay first. If Medicare does make a payment, it typically expects to be reimbursed from any subsequent workers’ compensation or personal injury recovery. When an injured employee is not at fault, they may seek damages through a third-party civil action against the negligent driver and, if different, the vehicle’s owner. Recovery in these cases typically comes from the tortfeasor’s and owner’s bodily injury (BI) liability insurance or, if applicable, personal assets. In many…

[Trump's domestic use of the military to counter anti-deportation protests in LA is so far very limited. But that could change. A big part of the root of the problem is the lawless behavior of federal immigation-enforcement agencies.] National Guard troops. (Jeremy Hogan/ZUMAPRESS/Newscom)  President Donald Trump has deployed some 2000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles in response to protests against ICE deportation operations. As yet, the authority he has invoked for this domestic use of the military is very limited. See the detailed analyses of the relevant law by legal scholars Chris Mirasola and Steve Vladeck. That could change if Trump decides to invoke the Insurrection Act, which grants far broader authority to use the military for domestic law enforcement. Whether and to what extent that power is subject to significant limitations is controversial. For details, see this analysis by Elizabeth Goitein of the Brennan Center, a leading expert on this…

Join Michael H. Cohen, founding attorney at Cohen Healthcare Law Group, as he discusses the key legal considerations for fertility clinics. Learn about the importance of comprehensive patient consent forms, data privacy measures in compliance with HIPAA, and specific regulations surrounding reproductive technologies under FDA law. The post Legal Guidance for Fertility Clinics: Compliance, Patient Consent, and Data Privacy appeared first on Cohen Healthcare Law Group | Healthcare Lawyers | FDA & FTC Law.

Clinical trial companies must comply with FDA regulations, informed consent laws, and IRB requirements to ensure ethical and legal compliance. Learn how to navigate 21 CFR Part 50 & 56, manage patient safety protocols, and avoid regulatory penalties when conducting research. The post Clinical Trial Compliance Key FDA Regulations for Research Organizations appeared first on Cohen Healthcare Law Group | Healthcare Lawyers | FDA & FTC Law.

Allison McFadden (J.D. 2026, Cornell), Ignoring Drowning Babies (originally published in The Christian Lawyer (Spring 2025)): At some point in their first year torts class, law students read the “drowning baby” case: if a bystander walks by a baby drowning in a puddle, he can shield his eyes and walk...

I was at Legal Geek Growth in London on 5 June 2025. Legal Geek Growth is the summer alternative, for SME law firms, to the much larger main Legal Geek event (more now aimed at Big Law) in London in the Autumn. I’ve done some reviews of the main Autumn event in the past: Legal... The post Legal Geek Growth 2025: The one that grew too big? appeared first on The Time Blawg.

One June 4, 2025, the Delivering on Government Efficiency (“DOGE”) Subcommittee of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform held a hearing: Public Funds, Private Agendas: NGOs Gone Wild. The title of the hearing as well as a majority of the witnesses invited to speak were a giveaway about the majority’s objective and predetermined conclusion (evidenced by the Committee’s wrap up). Such political theatre is frustrating. Our representatives are not there to learn; they are simply there to propagandize their agenda. But, because these hearing can sway public opinion, it was critically important for a credible representative of a respected nonprofit representing the interests of nonprofits throughout the country to speak and get her words on the record. Diane Yentel, President & Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of Nonprofits, was the right representative for the sector. Despite the shameful attacks she received during…

Introduction "Legitimacy." It’s a word much bandied about by students of the law. “Bush v. Gore was an illegitimate decision.” “The Supreme Court’s implied fundamental rights jurisprudence lacks legitimacy.” “The invasion of Iraq does not have a legitimate basis in international law.” We’ve all heard words like these uttered countless times, but what do they mean? Can we give an account of “legitimacy” that makes that concept meaningful and distinctive? Is “legitimacy” one idea or is it several different notions, united by family resemblance rather than an underlying conceptual structure? This entry in the Legal Theory Lexicon theory will examine the concept of legitimacy from various angles. As always, the Lexicon is aimed at law students, especially first-year law students, with an interest in legal theory. Normative and Sociological Legitimacy Let’s begin with the distinction…

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) commenced a significant $4 million project in June 2025 to remove hazardous materials, including asbestos and lead, from the Allied Textile Printing (ATP) site in Paterson, New Jersey. This long-awaited cleanup is a critical step towards the full opening of the Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park's new $8 million riverwalk, which has been awaiting the completion of the remediation efforts. The initial phase of the project involves securing the crumbling smokestack of the ATP plant, which has been deteriorating since a fire in 1983. EPA spokesman Stephen McBay stated that while equipment is being mobilized, the actual brick removal from the smokestack will begin shortly, though it's still uncertain if the entire structure will be dismantled for worker safety during asbestos removal. US EPAProtecting the community and workers from asbestos exposure is a top priority. The EPA has…

 No matter how long your marriage lasted, divorcing over 50 can come with certain hurdles and complications. Before you file for divorce, you should anticipate how your life will change and plan accordingly. An Illinois divorce lawyer can provide you with representation and counsel to help you through these unique challenges. At Divorce Over 50 - Goostree Law Group, we know how impactful a dissolution of marriage can be for older couples. Our lawyers are here to support you, advising you of what to expect during the legal proceedings and advocating for your rights. As skilled negotiators and litigators, we can tailor our approach to suit your needs. Distinguishing Between Marital and Separate Property If you and your spouse have been married for a long time, the lines between marital and separate property can become blurred. It may be difficult to prove that a piece of property belongs to you if it has been decades since you acquired it. At Divorce Over 50 - Goostree Law…

For many people under 21, an underage drinking charge may be their first encounter with law enforcement. In Tennessee, drunk driving while under 21 is known as driving while impaired, or DWI. If you have been accused of DWI, you may be anxious about how the charge will affect your future. A Tennessee DWI defense lawyer can provide you with counsel and representation to help protect your best interests. A conviction of DWI in Tennessee can come with serious consequences. At Jeffrey Coller, Knoxville Criminal Defense Attorney, we know what is at stake in cases like these. When you work with our firm, we will provide you with strong advocacy to work toward the best possible outcome. What Is the Zero Tolerance Law? Tennessee has a "zero tolerance" law against underage drinking. Essentially, this means that drivers under 21 are held to much stricter standards when it comes to alcohol consumption. For most drivers, the legal limit for alcohol in the bloodstream is a blood…

A US federal judge granted approval Friday of a landmark $2.6 billion class action settlement that transforms college athletics by allowing schools to directly pay student-athletes for the first time in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) history. In a released statement, NCAA President Charlie Baker said, “This is new terrain for everyone … Opportunities to drive transformative change don’t come often to organizations like ours. It’s important we make the most of this one.” The settlement resolves antitrust claims brought by  Division I student-athletes in a class action lawsuit challenging NCAA restrictions on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation and athletic services payments. The case affects over 389,000 class members comprised of current and former student-athletes dating back to 2016. The settlement creates multiple funds to pay out damages, the majority of which will be paid to class members made up of…

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at approximately 5:25 PM on Via Buena Vista in San Francisco. The incident involved a silver Toyota and a gray Mercedes, both of which ended up on the right-hand side of the road following the crash. Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene, with units arriving shortly after the incident was reported. According to initial reports, one individual sustained injuries to the chest and was attended to by emergency medical personnel. The injured party’s condition remains a concern, and they were transported to a nearby medical facility for further evaluation and treatment. The identities of those involved have not been disclosed, and authorities are investigating the circumstances leading to the collision. The accident caused temporary disruptions in the area, with emergency vehicles occupying the scene for over an hour. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling…

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) expressed concern Friday over a Zambian court’s interim injunction that blocks a media outlet from airing a investigation documentary on Chinese investments in Zambia. The nation’s High Court granted the order following a lawsuit filed by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Zambia against the media outlet News Diggers. The lawsuit came in response to a two-minute teaser aired by the outlet on May 20. The court enjoined the release of the full documentary and warned that if it airs before a June 12 hearing, the media house could face contempt of court charges that carry penalties of up to six months’ imprisonment or a fine of 300 kwacha (approximately US$12). The legal action stems from concerns raised by Chinese commercial entities regarding the portrayal of their operations in Zambia. The Chinese Chamber of Commerce argued that recent reporting misrepresented their practices and requested judicial intervention to…

Naz K. Modirzadeh (Harvard Univ. - Law) has posted “Violent, Vicious, and Fast”: LSCO Lawyering and the Transformation of American IHL (Harvard National Security Journal, forthcoming). Here's the abstract: This article examines a phenomenon unfolding within the United States’ military legal establishment: an effort by a segment of military lawyers to define how the law of armed conflict (LOAC) applies to the wars they anticipate fighting in the future. I refer to this effort as LSCO lawyering: the development, advancement, and institutionalization of a vision of LOAC tailored to large-scale combat operations (LSCOs), understood here as multi-domain warfare against a peer adversary such as China. Through extensive engagement with military writings and conversations with current and former armed-forces legal advisers from the United States and allied or partner forces, I trace how LSCO lawyering reflects a diagnosis of crisis — a perceived mismatch…

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and six other European media freedom organizations called on Poland’s newly elected president to urgently pursue reforms to uphold press freedom in the country. The coalition urged President-elect Karol Nawrocki to foster non-partisan cooperation in government in order to implement the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) and adopt legal safeguards against Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs), which have increasingly been weaponized to silence journalists. Nawrocki, elected on June 1 and aligned with the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) party, faces a tense political environment in which press freedom is both contested and precarious. His administration must work with Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s pro-reform Civic Coalition-led government, whose attempts to depoliticize media institutions and reduce SLAPPs have stalled due to entrenched political resistance. Pavol Szalai, head of the RSF European Union-Balkans desk,…

Susan Marks (London School of Economics and Political Science - Law) has published Trucanini's Stare: Reconsidering Dignity in Theory and Practice (Cambridge Univ. Press 2025). Here's the abstract:A central concept in international human rights law and many national constitutions is human dignity. Departing from established approaches to dignity in philosophy and legal theory, Susan Marks takes dignity in everyday life ('dignified care', 'dignity in the workplace', etc.) as a starting point for reconsidering the concept's history and significance. The result is a highly original work which gives particular attention to colonial and post-colonial engagements with dignity, and emphasises the character of human dignity as not just an idea or abstract value, but also a lived experience that cannot be understood without reference to social structures and the inequalities and hierarchies they reproduce. If dignity is an attribute which all human…

The United States Supreme Court ruled on Thursday in favor of seven American gun manufacturers in a lawsuit brought by the Mexican government accusing them of aiding and abetting Mexican cartels. In its holding, the Supreme Court concluded that Mexico’s complaint failed to show that the seven gun manufacturers had participated in unlawful firearm sales to Mexican drug traffickers, and that the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA)—a federal statute restricting lawsuits against gun sellers and manufacturers—barred the suit. The Court reasoned that Mexico had made a general accusation against the manufacturers, but failed to cite to any “specific wrongful acts” that the manufacturers allegedly participated in to “promote” the trafficking of weapons to Mexican cartels. Justice Elena Kagan also noted that while the cartels may “covet” firearms, “millions of law-abiding Hispanic Americans” also seek them.…