Author Insurance: What Lawyers Need To Know – EASL Brown Bag Lunch

Please join us for an informative presentation by two industry experts about media liability insurance for authors.  We will address topics such as the nature of coverage for libel, invasion of privacy, copyright infringement and other claims, the difference between “claims-made” and “occurrence” policies, the kind of insurance provided in book publishing contracts, how to understand deductibles and retention amounts, the vetting requirements in policies, the practical impact of litigation, damages and settlement clauses, the extent of coverage for promotion and social media, and the availability of insurance for self-publishing. Questions from the audience will be addressed.  

Panelists:

James T. Borelli, Esq., Co-Chair, Insurance Committee, Media Law Resource Center, formerly Media Liability Practice Leader–CNA Insurance, Vice President, Legal Counsel—Axis Insurance, and Vice President, Manager of Claims and Special Counsel—Media/Professional Insurance (MPI)  

Christine Sadofsky, Executive Managing Principal, Global Entertainment & Sports, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants