Article by A. Michael Furman: New York Reverses Long-Standing "No Prejudice" Late Notice Rule and Permits Direct Actions by Third-Party Claimants Against Insurers.8/11/2008

On July 23, 2008, Governor David A. Patterson signed into law new legislation that reverses New York's longstanding "no-prejudice" rule regarding the late notification of liability claims, and permits third-party claimants to sue liability insurers directly with regard to insurance coverage disputes.  Both aspects of this new law are significant developments in New York, which has always been regarded as a relatively "insurer friendly" jurisdiction.

To read a detailed explanation of the law and its application, click here.

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