Published 08/27/2019
In today’s business climate, “nuclear” legal verdicts—those that surpass $10 million—are on the rise. In 2018, the 100 largest U.S. jury verdicts were more than $22 million each, according to The National Law Journal.
What’s behind the escalation of jumbo jury awards? The liability landscape is changing as a result of shifting views on social justice, litigation funding, and more, and your firm and portfolio companies may have risks that would surprise you.
As liability expands, protection is more important than ever.
Liberty Mutual Insurance has the expertise and resources to help your firm navigate the changing liability landscape. Learn more about this trend and four ways you can proactively protect your business.
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