Drafting a Defensible Coverage Letter
When: June 11, 2025
Conference:
Crum and Forster

Virtual

People: Richard W. Boone, Jr. and Jonathan E. Meer

Richard W. Boone Jr. (Partner-New York, NY) and Jonathan E. Meer (Partner-New York, NY) will present “Drafting a Defensible Coverage Letter” for a private client webinar on June 11, 2025, hosted by Crum and Forster and geared towards insurance claims professionals. A poorly drafted coverage letter can cost a carrier its right to assert coverage defenses entirely, and even a well-intentioned email from an adjuster can undermine a carefully constructed position. Drawing on decades of coverage experience across all 50 states, Rich and Jonathan will walk attendees through jurisdiction-specific regulatory requirements, explain how an insurer’s initial letter can limit its future defenses, and provide a practical roadmap for building letters that withstand judicial scrutiny. Attendees will also learn why thorough, contemporaneous documentation is essential because every entry in the claim file may become evidence in coverage litigation, and gaps in the record can be just as damaging as a poorly drafted letter. Whether you are navigating complex multi-state claims or strengthening your internal coverage processes, this session delivers actionable guidance you can apply immediately.