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?? Expanding Interpretations in Business Insurance Policies: A Game-Changer for Insurers? Recent rulings in Mid-Century Ins. Co. v. Mid-Am. Mental Health LLC and Gordon v. Continental Casualty Co. are reshaping the scope of the Abuse or Molestation Exclusion found in business owners' policies. These decisions extend the exclusion beyond negligent hiring and supervision to now explicitly encompass negligent training. In the article, Maynard Nexsen's Harrison Smith examines the decisions and their implications, providing valuable insights for insurers, insureds, and legal practitioners navigating these shifting tides. ?? Read the synopsis here: https://lnkd.in/eh4SJmJN #InsuranceLaw #BusinessInsurance #LegalInsights

Maynard Nexsen Trust and Estates attorney Jennifer McEwen shares her approach to serving clients as an advisor and counselor. With a deep commitment to responsiveness and personalized service, Jennifer was inspired by watching her mother, also an estate planner, build meaningful relationships with clients.

?? Regulatory Overhaul Alert ?? The Federal Communications Commission has just announced a bold, sweeping initiative to revisit—and potentially roll back—rules, regulations, and guidance documents across the board. This deregulation proceeding, aptly named “In Re: Delete, Delete, Delete,” marks a significant shift in agency practice and opens the door for public input on all regulatory frameworks under the FCC’s purview. Notably, commenters are encouraged to highlight factors like outdated technologies, undue compliance burdens, and barriers to marketplace entry. ?? Deadlines are coming up fast: ? Comments Due: April 11, 2025 ? Reply Comments Due: April 28, 2025 This is an unprecedented opportunity for businesses and stakeholders affected by FCC regulations to shape the future regulatory landscape. This article by Brandon N. Robinson and Brad Currier breaks down the proceeding, key focus areas, and what this means in the broader legal and regulatory context. ?? Read the full analysis here https://lnkd.in/e2vc6px9 #FCC #Deregulation #TelecomPolicy #LegalInsights

Maynard Nexsen is proud to be a premium patron of the SIFMA C&L 2025 Annual Seminar?in Austin, Texas. ? Carole Miller, Peter Fruin, Richard Davis, and members of the Firm's Financial Services Practice Group were on hand and participated on panels discussing topics such as employment issues, modern negotiations and FINRA arbitrations. ? The Maynard Nexsen team had a great week reconnecting with clients and friends during the conference and at the rodeo!

Bo Russell, Shareholder for Maynard Nexsen, was recently elected to serve as a member of the?Medical University of South Carolina (“MUSC”)?Board of Visitors. The Board of Visitors is vital in advancing the mission of MUSC, the most comprehensive academic health services system in the state, while also strengthening relationships of MUSC within the communities it serves.?? ? MUSC’s purpose is to preserve and optimize human life in South Carolina and beyond. The university provides an interprofessional environment for learning and discovery through the education of health care professionals and biomedical scientists, research in the health sciences and provision of comprehensive health care.

??? Stay Vigilant Against Scams: Key Alerts from the Federal Communications Commission The FCC has issued a series of warnings aimed at protecting individuals and institutions from a rise in common scams. These scams often exploit personal information obtained from social media or other malicious data breaches. Here’s what you need to know: ?? Port-Out Frauds – Scammers impersonate consumers to hijack mobile numbers and gain access to financial or social media accounts. ?? “Grandparent” Scams – Fraudsters impersonate family members in distress, urging elderly victims to transfer funds immediately. ?? Spoofed Mortgage Relief Calls – Callers mimic mortgage providers, threatening foreclosure to extract fraudulent payments. ?? Fake ACP Enrollment Scams – With the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) now defunct, criminals are offering fake benefits to steal personal data. ?? Student Loan Robocalls – Imposters use deceptive messages tied to student loan forgiveness offers to mislead victims. ?? Key Indicators of Scams: ?????High-pressure tactics for personal information or payments. ?????Requests for upfront payments or use of unorthodox payment methods (e.g., gift cards, apps). ?????Caller ID inconsistencies or suspiciously localized numbers. What You Can Do: ?? Never share personal or financial information with unverified sources. ?? Hang up and call institutions directly using official contact methods. ?? Report suspected scams to the FCC or FTC. For a more detailed look at these scams and how to protect yourself, check out the FCC’s resources here. Knowledge is your best defense! https://lnkd.in/eDNMrVbT Brandon N. Robinson Brad Currier #FCC #ConsumerProtection #DataPrivacy #CyberSecurity

I’m excited to be speaking at the ABA Forum’s Annual Meeting, April 23-25 in Austin.?And of course I’m looking forward to enjoying some Texas BBQ and live music and seeing my Forum friends.?Don’t miss it!?Register here:?https://lnkd.in/g9UnsWFz? ? @AmericanBarAssociationForumOnConstructionLaw Maynard Nexsen #construction #constructionlaw

Congratulations to Maynard Nexsen's Matthew Roberts for being recognized in the JD Supra 2025 Readers Choice Awards as a top author in Life Sciences! Matthew was honored for his work on Taking the Pulse - A Health Care and Life Sciences Podcast , among other contributions, while achieving the highest visibility and engagement among readers in the life sciences category. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eHPgpVPA

In the sixth week of the 2025 session, the Alabama Legislature addressed various policy matters, including Parental Leave, Overtime Tax, Pharmacy Legislation and more. Stay informed on these and other legislative updates: https://lnkd.in/eP6CTb_J hashtag #ALpol hashtag #governmentaffairs

?? Breaking News: Major Reforms Proposed for the Largest Federal Broadband Grant Program! ?? The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, the nation's largest broadband grant initiative, is on the brink of significant changes. Recently proposed legislation and a reexamination by the federal agency overseeing its implementation could reshape how over $42 billion in grant funds are used by states and territories. Key highlights include: ?? Technological Flexibility: Expanding the definition of reliable broadband services to include more technologies, such as satellite. ?? Low-Cost Options: Limiting state/territory mandates on service provider rates. ?? Project Conditions: Prohibiting certain project conditions such as prevailing wages and local hiring mandates. ?? Eligible Uses of Funds: Focusing funds on infrastructure deployment, eliminating some non-deployment uses like broadband adoption projects. ?? Letter of Credit Exceptions: Providing exceptions for certain qualified service providers. These proposed reforms have the potential to alter the landscape of broadband funding drastically, influencing project priorities and timelines. Stay informed and read the full article by Brad Currier to understand the intricacies of the BEAD Program reforms and how they might impact your broadband projects. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eJgM6wPt #Broadband #BEADProgram #Legislation #Infrastructure #TechPolicy #DigitalEquity