From Energy & Transportation to Infrastructure, Life Sciences and Retail – New Theories of Liability

A comprehensive two-part series

Part 1 - New theories of liability: Defending the new wave of complex claims February 12, 2025 noon to 1:00 AST Where product liability and technology intersect Technological advancements have resulted in the development, design, manufacture and marketing of new products in the marketplace that have features of connectivity empowered by advanced manufacturing, automation. Internet of things, and artificial intelligence. These emerging products are ubiquitous in every-day-life with cross-industry applications from retail and transportation to energy & mining, entertainment, finance, hospitality, infrastructure, health care and life sciences. In part one of this series, we will review the state of cases advancing these new theories of liability and defence strategies to manage claims from the outset, including the new liability theories associated with "forever chemicals," smart products, and greenwashing claims. The seminar will also touch on the underwriting risk considerations associated with these emerging products. Providing insights from underwriters, claims handlers, and legal counsel, this session will discuss the latest challenges facing industries, equipping you to handle minor incidents or catastrophic losses. If you wish to delve deeper on this topic, join us on February 12 for a discussion focused on the state of case law involving claims against products employing artificial intelligence. Speakers: Edona Vila, Partner, BLG Robert Holmes, Executive General Adjuster | National Director, GTS Canada, Crawford and Company (Canada) Inc. Riaz Coolman, Head of Casualty Claims, Zurich Canada Paula Kargas, Chief Claims Officer, Berkley Canada Evan Pollock, Lead Underwriter, Product Recall, Beazley Canada Part 2 - Complex Claim Spotlight: Where Artificial Intelligence is the Focus of the Case February 25, 2025 noon to 1:00 AST Explore the impacts of Artificial Intelligence on the New Wave Of Liability AI has become increasingly integrated into everyday products-from home security systems and kitchen appliances to medical devices. AI features in a product are now present across industries impacting business and consumer end-product applications. The industry applications are broad ranging from retail and transportation to energy & mining, entertainment, finance, hospitality, infrastructure, health care and life sciences. This has raised new questions about liability that p&c professionals ought to understand and navigate. In this session, we will examine what happens when AI features are alleged to have caused personal injury or property damage. Reviewing the latest cases and exploring the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in defending these cutting-edge cases, you will gain a fulsome perspective on best practices in managing and handling the new wave of liability associated with AI. While this session is focused on AI, we invite you to register for a broader discussion on theories of liability impacting complex claim handling associated with a number of emerging technologies as part of our webinar on February 25. Speakers: Edona Vila, Partner, BLG Robert Holmes, Executive General Adjuster | National Director, GTS Canada, Crawford and Company (Canada) Inc. Carrie Bell, Head of Claims Operations, AEGIS London Kelly MacDonald, National Innovation Leader and Vice President, BFL Canada Allison Radcliffe, Head of Claims Canada, HDI Global Specialty SE – Canada QUESTIONS? Contact: iinsmail@insuranceinstitute.ca or cdoucet@insuranceinstitute.ca WEBINAR CANCELLATION POLICY No refunds. Credit notes only issued with 48 hour advanced written notice.