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This insurance expert has been working in the industry since 1974. He earned his BS from California State University, Fresno and is a licensed chartered property casualty underwriter and a casualty claim law associate. He previously held positions at Devonshire Group, West Coast Casualty Service, American States Insurance Company, and AIM Insurance Company, among others. He has served as an independent consultant and adjuster for the last 13 years.
Consultant and Adjuster, An insurance consultancy in CA
Bachelor of Science (BS), California State University, Fresno
Corona,
California
This highly qualified expert has nearly 30 years of experience in the legal sector. He received his AB in economics from UC Berkeley before earning his JD from Loyola Marymount University. This expert is also an accredited investment fiduciary. He specializes in insurance recovery and bad faith litigation, as well as ethics and compliance in the financial services profession. He is active in his field, having authored numerous periodicals and spoken at several conferences throughout his career. He has formerly served as a law clerk for the Honorable John R. Padova, a shareholder for Anderson Kill & Olick, and director and senior corporate counsel for Dish Network. He has also served as the standards and legal manager, as well as standards and legal counsel, for Investments & Wealth Institute. Currently, this expert serves as general counsel for a nonprofit professional investment association and credentialing organization based in Colorado.
Managing Director, Certifications, A nonprofit professional investment association & credentialing organization in CO
Juris Doctor (JD), Loyola Marymount University
Newport Beach,
Colorado
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What Can a Bad Faith Expert Witness Opine On?
Claims Investigation
Assessing claims for validity and fraud.
Policy Review
Examining insurance policies for coverage.
Negotiation
Engaging parties to settle disputes.
Claim Denial Analysis
Evaluating reasons for claim denials.
Litigation Support
Providing assistance in legal proceedings.
Risk Assessment
Identifying potential liabilities and exposures.
FAQs for Bad Faith Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a bad faith expert witness?
A bad faith expert witness is an insurance specialist who explains whether an insurer acted unreasonably. They assist by reviewing claim files, analyzing coverage, and testifying to clarify bad faith issues.
In what case types can a bad faith expert witness provide assistance?
A bad faith expert witness assists in insurance bad faith, claim denial, coverage disputes, unfair settlement practices, liability, property, health, life, and disability insurance cases.
How does a bad faith expert witness evaluate insurer claim handling practices?
A bad faith expert witness evaluates insurer claim handling practices by comparing actions to industry standards, policy terms, regulations, documentation, timelines, and communication records.
What specific qualifications should a bad faith expert witness possess?
A bad faith expert witness should have extensive insurance law experience, claims handling expertise, industry-standard knowledge, and a proven track record testifying in bad faith cases.
How can a bad faith expert witness support allegations of unreasonable coverage denial?
A bad faith expert witness can analyze claim handling, compare it to industry standards, and testify that the insurer’s actions show unreasonable coverage denial.
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