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Insurance Law Fundamentals


Credit Available - See Credits tab below.

Categories:
Insurance
Faculty:
Avery J. Cantor
Program Credits:
1-1.2
Credit Type:
General
Program Type:
On Demand


Description

This Continuing Legal Education course is designed for legal professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of insurance principles, policies, and practices. Participants will explore the origins and evolution of insurance, types of insurance policies, and the financial mechanisms behind insurance companies. The course will also cover practical aspects such as conflict identification, policy exclusions, and effective communication with insurers. By the end of this course, attendees will have the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate insurance-related legal issues confidently.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the Historical Background of Insurance:
    • Learn about the origins and evolution of insurance.
    • Recognize how historical developments have shaped modern insurance practices.
  2. Identify and Differentiate Types of Insurance Policies:
    • Distinguish between third-party, first-party, and hybrid insurance policies.
    • Understand the specific coverage and obligations associated with each type.
  3. Analyze How Insurance Companies Operate:
    • Comprehend the premium and investment models of insurance companies.
    • Calculate profit margins based on premiums collected and claims paid.
  4. Navigate Common Insurance Conflicts and Exclusions:
    • Identify potential conflicts of interest and common policy exclusions.
    • Learn how to handle these conflicts to protect clients' interests effectively.
  5. Apply Practical Tips and Strategies in Insurance Law:
    • Develop skills to read and interpret declaration pages and policy language.
    • Gain insights into effective tendering and additional insured endorsements.

Credits


Alabama

AL General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved


Alaska

AK General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2027
Status: Approved

CLE programs which take place outside of Alaska or are webcast from outside of Alaska are not required to be accredited by the Alaska Bar Association.  Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attendance at CLE programs offered in or from other jurisdictions if the program has been accredited by another MCLE jurisdiction.  


Arizona

AZ General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2027
Status: Approved

The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement.  This activity may qualify for up to 1 hour(s) toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 0 hour(s) of professional responsibility.


California

CA General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number:


Colorado

CO General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


Connecticut

CT General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2027
Status: Approved


Florida

FL General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 02/28/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


Georgia

GA General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


Idaho

ID General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 10/21/2025
Status: Approved


Illinois

IL General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number:


Maine

ME General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


Maryland

MD General

Maryland attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.


Massachusetts

MA General

Massachusetts attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.


Michigan

MI General

Michigan attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.


Missouri

MO General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1.2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number:


Montana

MT General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/05/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number:


Nebraska

NE General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2026
Status: Approved


Nevada

NV General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2027
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


New Hampshire

NH General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2027
Status: Approved

NHMCLE does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement. The provider believes this course meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53 and may quality for 60 minutes toward the annual NHMCLE requirement. New Hampshire attendees must self-determine whether a program is eligible for credit, and self-report their attendance.


New Jersey

NJ General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1.2
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 04/25/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


New York

NY General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2027
Status: Approved


North Carolina

NC General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Expiration: On Demand
Expires: 02/28/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


North Dakota

ND General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/15/2027
Status: Approved


Ohio

OH General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


Pennsylvania

PA General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 06/30/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


Rhode Island

RI General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Expires: 06/30/2026
Status: Approved
Provider Number: 


South Carolina

SC General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved
Provider Number:


South Dakota

SD General

South Dakota attorneys do not have MCLE requirements.


Utah

UT General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved


Virginia

VA General

Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 10/31/2025
Status: Approved


Washington

WA Law & Legal Procedure

Credit Type: Law & Legal Procedure
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 08/04/2029
Status: Approved
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Wolfe and Wyman LLP


Avery J. Cantor is an associate attorney at Wolfe & Wyman LLP based in Irvine, California. He specializes in business litigation and counseling, construction and surety, and insurance law. Avery earned his B.A. from the College of Charleston in 2018 and his J.D. from Pennsylvania State University in 2021. He is admitted to practice law in Nevada and California. Outside of his legal career, Avery enjoys golf, watching Chargers football, cooking, and whisky.