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Kirsten L. Curtis (Partner-Portland, OR) and Jane E. Young (Partner-Denver, CO) will present the Wilson Elser Forum webinar “Handling UM/UIM Claims with Confidence: Coverage, Investigation, and Resolution Best Practices” on October 20, 2026. This session provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for adjusting uninsured and underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) claims. Topics include confirming coverage applicability, verifying the insured's status as a covered person, establishing the liability of the uninsured or underinsured tortfeasor, and evaluating damages. The session also covers stacking and offset issues, as well as how UM/UIM obligations interact with policy limits, exhaustion requirements, and inter-company arbitration. Also addressed are common coverage triggers, consent-to-settle provisions, subrogation rights, and jurisdiction-specific variations that adjusters should be aware of when handling these claims. Whether you are new to UM/UIM or looking to sharpen your approach, this session will equip you with practical strategies for handling claims efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with applicable regulations and fair claims practices standards.