PHIL’S CORNER: Cycles in the Insurance Industry – Here’s How It Affects You (And Us, Too)
Phil’s Corner is a special column from OAMIC’s President & CEO Phil Fraim that is sent in our e-newsletter each month. For nearly 40 years, OAMIC has been the only local provider of legal malpractice insurance that is based in the state of Oklahoma. We take great pride in our local roots and do our […]
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Things to Consider When Closing Your Law Practice
There are many reasons that lawyers may choose to close their practices: a career change, disability, moving out of state, or retirement are the more common ones that we hear. You may be asking yourself, “How do I go about doing this?” Shuttering your practice can be daunting and seem overwhelming; therefore, it needs to […]
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What Legal Malpractice Is… And What It’s Not
It’s a myth that only bad lawyers have malpractice claims. In fact, the American Bar Association estimates that each attorney can expect 2-3 claims in their career. But what exactly does a legal malpractice claim entail? Let’s discuss. 5 things they must prove The claimant/plaintiff must prove the following to establish a legal malpractice claim: […]
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PHIL’S CORNER: How Much Legal Malpractice Coverage is Enough?
Phil’s Corner is a special column from OAMIC’s President & CEO Phil Fraim that is sent in our e-newsletter each month. The number one question I get asked by our insureds is, “What limits do I need?” It’s a tough question to answer, because no magical formula exists. I often facetiously tell people that if […]
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PHIL’S CORNER: When to Report a Claim
Phil’s Corner is a special column from OAMIC’s President & CEO Phil Fraim that is sent in our e-newsletter each month. Has it ever crossed your mind whether you should report a matter that could potentially be the basis of a claim? You may question the timing and whether there is even a need to […]
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What Exactly Is Tail Coverage and How to Know If You Need It
Tail coverage, formally called an extended reporting endorsement, is often the final piece of your legal malpractice insurance. It is used for events like retirement, disability, leaving private practice or even death. Since legal malpractice is a claims-made policy, continuity of coverage is extremely important – and this importance doesn’t end when your circumstances change. […]
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How the Legalization of Medical Marijuana Affects Oklahoma Attorneys
When Oklahoma voters passed State Question 788 on June 26, 2018, medical marijuana became legal in the state. Questions started flooding in immediately about how the law would actually operate and be enforced, and how soon medical marijuana would be available to consumers. But the law affects more than just those who choose to partake […]
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Understanding Your Claims-Made Insurance Policy
In the insurance world, there are two main types of policies — occurrence and claims-made. You’re likely to be most familiar with occurrence policies, as this is how your home and auto insurance work. Legal malpractice insurance is written as a claims-made policy and it’s a bit more complex. Read below to learn about claims-made […]
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6 Areas of Practice with the Most Frequent Malpractice Lawsuits
Legal malpractice lawsuits can be costly for any law firm, but the potential cost of malpractice claims can vary significantly based upon the areas of law concerned. Some areas have a high frequency of lawsuits filed, while others have more severe costs of defense and settlement. Knowing where your area of practice stands in this […]
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What Is a Step Rate and How It Affects the Cost of Legal Malpractice
Legal malpractice is priced using what’s called a step rating methodology. But what exactly does that mean? Watch this video to learn more, or continue reading below. Envision your career as a step ladder. When you’re a young lawyer, you’re on the first rung of the ladder. You’re starting to acquire work and your coverage is just starting, too. Your […]
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