ROBERT ZUPKUS PRESENTS AT CYBER CRIME SYMPOSIUM

Robert Zupkus, a partner in the insurance defense and employment law firm Zupkus & Angell, P.C., recently presented at the Insurance Women of Denver's Cyber Crime Symposium. His presentation, E-Business Coverage, detailed what insurance is needed to protect companies against cyber crimes prevalent in today's business environment.

"Businesses of all sorts are faced with myriad technology challenges on a daily basis including potentially devastating Internet crime, " Zupkus said. "Traditional insurance doesn't cover these kinds of 21st century losses. Companies, and those who insure them, need to take the necessary precautions."

According to the National Association of Insurance Women International, it is estimated that cyber crime could add up to more than $200 billion in economic losses, especially when collateral damages are considered. Zupkus' presentation outlined the various types of traditional insurance coverage, how each matches up in covering a specific result of cyber crime and what companies should look for in order to be adequately covered.

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RICHARD ANGELL PRESENTS AT INSURANCE COVERAGE LITIGATION MEETING

Richard Angell, a partner in the insurance defense and employment law firm of Zupkus & Angell, P.C., recently presented at the 12th Annual Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee Meeting in Santa Monica, Calif. Angell, in his roll as facilitator, focused his comments on Fortuity and Loss in Progress, a central principal in the notion of risk sharing through insurance.

The Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee is under the Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section of the American Bar Association. Its recent conference reflected the committee's goal of providing members up-to-date information on pertinent insurance coverage topics.

 

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ROBERT A ZUPKUS NAMED AS ABA SECTION DIRECTOR

Robert Zupkus, a recognized expert in insurance defense, has been appointed as the director of Division One, Administration, of the General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Section of the American Bar Association.

"This recognition adds to an already impressive list of honors and appointments for Bob," said Richard Angell, partner in Zupkus & Angell. "It is a testament to Bob's legal expertise and ongoing commitment to the legal profession, as well as the great reputation he has as an attorney."

As director of the Section division, one of the fastest growing parts of the American Bar Association representing more than 22,000 members throughout the United States and Canada, Zupkus will supervise almost 20 committees that provide information and networking opportunities for Section members, while ensuring that the Section carries out its mission. Zupkus was appointed as director for one year. Bob also serves on the Council of the Section and is a member of the Steering Committee.

According to incoming Section Chair, William T. Hogan III, "Our Section's committee leaders and members provide the backbone of the General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Section as reflected in our many programs, publications, and periodicals. As director of Division One, Administration, Bob will serve an important role in the Section, and his appointment is a tribute to the leadership he has shown among the nation's lawyers."

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ROBERT A ZUPKUS APPOINTED TO IADC TASK FORCE

Robert Zupkus, a recognized expert in insurance defense, recently was named to the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) Audit Committee, which helps refine the Association's finances, goals and direction.

"This appointment is a prime example of the national respect Bob has among the legal community, especially when viewed with his recent accolades from the American Bar Association," said Brad Shefrin, partner in Zupkus & Angell.

According to Brad, the IADC membership comprises the world's leading corporate and insurance attorneys. They are partners in large and small law firms, senior counsel in corporate law departments, and corporate and insurance executives. "Bob's appointment to the audit committee serves as confirmation of his national reputation and commitment to the legal profession."

The IADC is the oldest and most prestigious international organization of attorneys representing corporations and insurers. Its activities benefit not only the approximately 2400 invitation-only, peer-reviewed members and their clients through networking, education, and professional opportunities, but also the civil justice system and the legal profession. Moreover, the IADC takes a leadership role in many areas of legal reform and professional development.

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ZUPKUS & ANGELL RECOGNIZED
FOR BEST LAW OFFICE WEB SITE

Law Office Computing magazine recently named the web site of Zupkus & Angell, P.C., a Denver-based nationally recognized employment and insurance law firm, as the best web site, in the small firm category.

Law Office Computing is a national magazine designed to give lawyers a competitive edge through the use of technology. According to Rick Angell, principal of Zupkus & Angell, the publication recently conducted its 5th Annual Best Law Office Web Site Contest to highlight firms whose use of the Internet stands at the forefront of innovation and value-added content.

"The Best Web Site award is a prestigious recognition and speaks to the reputation Zupkus & Angell holds on a national level as a legal practice dedicated to our insurance and employment law clients as well as the law profession overall," said Angell. "We believe it is important to maintain constant contact with our clients to keep them appraised of news within our firm as well as industry news that could affect their business and our web site, www.zalaw.com, is the embodiment of that commitment."

The web site provides an information avenue for Zupkus & Angell. Clients can view articles the firm's attorneys have recently published in legal trade publications, stay abreast of news about the firm and read about presentations by the attorneys to local and national groups.

Complete details of the award are available in the October/November 2003 issue of Law Office Computing.

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RICHARD ANGELL NAMED TO FACULTY OF
DRI'S INSURANCE COVERAGE AND CLAIMS INSTITUTE

Richard (Rick) Angell, a recognized expert in insurance coverage analysis, has been appointed to the faculty for Defense Research Institute's (DRI) Insurance Coverage and Claims Institute seminar scheduled in April, 2004.

Angell will be responsible for chairing the Commercial General Liability Coverage track of speakers at that seminar. In addition, he will speak on the topic of personal and advertising injury coverage at the Institute.

"The Insurance Coverage and Claims Institute is a prestigious organization and it is an honor for Rick to share his 25 years of experience in commercial general liability at the seminar," said Robert Zupkus, principal of Zupkus & Angell. "Rick's invitation to chair a part of the seminar is further proof of his strong reputation as an attorney among the national legal community."

Angell has been active in assisting DRI in the accomplishment of its mission to "enhance the knowledge and improve the skills of defense lawyers" for the last eight years. He has authored and edited numerous DRI publications, served as chair of the Publications Committee of the Insurance Law Committee, serves as a regional editor for "Covered Events," published by the Insurance Law Committee to report emerging law of importance in insurance coverage analysis and has been a frequent speaker at DRI sponsored seminars.

DRI, headquartered in Chicago, was founded in 1960 to provide education to the defense community, anticipate and address issues germane to defense lawyers and the civil justice system, promote appreciation of the role of the defense lawyer and improve and preserve the civil justice system.