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Congratulations to Kyle A. Bechet on being named Director of Business Development for the Connecticut Bar Association - Young Lawyers Section for the 2026–2027 bar year. As the CBA's largest section, the Young Lawyers Section plays a vital role in connecting and supporting attorneys across Connecticut. We are excited to see Kyle contribute his energy and perspective to the section's continued growth and success.

Congratulations to Olivia Benson on being named Treasurer of the Connecticut Bar Association - Young Lawyers Section for the 2026–2027 bar year. Olivia's dedication to the legal community and her involvement with the Young Lawyers Section make this a well-deserved appointment. We look forward to seeing her serve in this important leadership role.

Course of Construction exclusions are often added to Commercial General Liability policies to prevent overlap with Builders' Risk coverage, but they can also create significant gaps in protection for owners, developers, and contractors. In this article, Anna Perry, Rachel Snow Kindseth, and Nina Catanzaro examine how these exclusions operate, where coverage gaps can arise, and practical strategies for negotiating policy language and contractual provisions to better protect policyholders. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/g-UD22Qc

Last week, our Florida team had the opportunity to volunteer with Meals of Hope, helping pack nutritious meals for individuals and families facing food insecurity. Meals of Hope's mission to inspire communities to come together to end hunger made it a meaningful day for everyone involved.

A New Jersey Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on when an insurer can preserve its coverage defenses and later deny coverage under a policy exclusion. Bethany Barrese, with research and contributions from Summer Associate Noah DeFeo, examines the court's decision in Mist Pharmaceuticals, LLC v. Berkley Insurance Co. and discusses what policyholders should look for when evaluating an insurer's coverage position throughout the claims process. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gUHqymsq

This Independence Day, SDV joins in celebrating America's Semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As we commemorate this historic milestone, we reflect on the principles of freedom, opportunity, and justice that continue to shape our nation. We wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.

SDV was proud to attend the Tom Homann LGBTQ+ Law Association's 32nd Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The evening celebrated THLA's continued commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ equality within the legal profession and featured an inspiring keynote address from California Solicitor General Samuel Harbourt, who reflected on his experiences navigating the legal profession as a queer attorney and the impact it has had on his career. Thank you to THLA for hosting another meaningful and inspiring event.

Tracy Alan Saxe and Eve-Lynn Gisonni will be presenting alongside Nick Sochurek, Brian Gedicks, and Myles Alderman at the ASSOCIATION OF FRATERNAL BENEFIT COUNSEL 2026 Annual Meeting on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM PDT. Their session, Long-Tail Liabilities: A Whale of an Odyssey, will explore the growing importance of locating and preserving decades-old insurance coverage for long-tail claims, including historical sexual abuse, asbestos, and products liability matters. Attendees will gain insight into reconstructing historical policies, developing coverage databases, navigating insurance recovery, and the evolving legal landscape surrounding these complex claims. Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/dv3J4-JN

SDV is honored to announce the selection of Stephanie Giagnorio to the 2026 Florida Super Lawyers list, part of Thomson Reuters. Stephanie is the Managing Partner of SDV’s Florida office and has been recognized for her outstanding work and leadership in the field of insurance coverage law. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement, with only a select percentage of attorneys receiving this distinction. Congratulations, Stephanie, on this well-deserved honor!

In a recent Law360 article, Greg Podolak shares his insights on a noteworthy Colorado Supreme Court decision that distinguishes the evidence applicable to breach of contract and bad faith insurance claims.   The ruling provides important guidance for policyholders, insurers, and practitioners navigating coverage disputes. https://lnkd.in/eWujHrkk