Insights Article: Ethics, Communication, and Control in the Tripartite Relationship

Mon, 05/14/2018 - 09:45
by Harold Weston and Paul Rosner

This article discusses ethical issues related to the relationship among an insurer, its insured, and appointed counsel—the tripartite relationship. An overview of issues related to this complex relationship is presented, along with limitations on an insurer’s right to defend its insured; approaches taken by various states, including regarding an insurer’s requirement to appoint independent counsel; and ethical considerations for defense counsel and claims handlers.

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