BatesCarey achieved a unanimous ruling from the Supreme Court of Kentucky, finding no duty to defend or indemnify a wrongful conviction claim and resulting in a $28 million consent judgment. The decision establishes new law in Kentucky and should better equip insurers nationwide in rebutting claims of continuous “personal injury” coverage across decades of incarceration. Westport Insurance Corporation v. City of Newport (Ky. Case No. 2023-SC-0497)

Ellen has been recognized by Law Bulletin Media in their 6th annual Top Women in Law list for her exemplary mentorship, leadership and impact in the legal profession.

BatesCarey secures a significant win in the Sixth Circuit, affirming a summary judgment ruling in Amerisure Mutual Ins. Co. v. Swiss Reinsurance America Corp. The decision builds on an earlier arbitration victory that established critical precedent on defense cost allocation and ultimately saved the client millions in potential exposure.

Best Lawyers® has once again selected several BatesCarey practice groups for recognition in Best Law Firms® 2026.

Matthew Fortin analyzes recent Illinois decisions impacting appraisal clauses, indemnity obligations, pollution exclusions and commercial auto coverage, offering practical insights for insurers and policyholders navigating evolving case law.

The Chicago Bar Association’s Lawyers in the Classroom Program will recognize BatesCarey’s contribution to civic education at the 4th Annual Civic Education Appreciation Awards on November 6th.

Adam Fleischer explains how a recent ghost gun suit highlights a growing tension between business conduct and an insurer’s duty to defend.

Ommid Farashahi and Melissa Gandhi explore key cases and share their insights on the clampdown of AI misuse in legal filings.

BatesCarey successfully obtained affirmance of summary judgment on behalf of Lloyd’s of London in a professional liability dispute, where the appellate court upheld the application of the E&O policy’s cyber event exclusion. The court concluded that coverage was barred because the hacking incident constituted the originating event from which all contributing causes of the loss stemmed, and it further held that Lloyd’s of London was allowed to consider an earlier statement by the insured regarding the details of the hacking incident as extrinsic evidence with respect to its alleged duty to defend.

Best Lawyers® has recognized 10 outstanding BatesCarey attorneys in the 2026 publication of The Best Lawyers in America®, with five additional attorneys selected as Ones to Watch® for their accomplishments in the field of law.