“Best Practices in Presenting Business Interruption Claims” by Francesco Palanda

Hinshaw partner Francesco Palanda recently authored a byline titled “Best Practices in Presenting Business Interruption Claims,” which was published in an American Bar Association Insurance Committee newsletter.

In his concise guide, Francesco outlines essential strategies for handling business interruption claims for catastrophic losses. He emphasizes the importance of thoroughly reviewing the policy terms, understanding post-loss obligations, and gathering the correct documentation to support claims.

Francesco also discusses the significance of presenting claims in an organized manner and avoiding misrepresentations that could void insurance coverage. Lastly, his article explores how courts may treat post-loss economic conditions when calculating losses and how loss mitigation efforts are important to ensuring the success of these claims.

Read the full article (PDF)

• American Bar Association’s Insurance Committee newsletter: “Best Practices in Presenting Business Interruption Claims” (June 27, 2025)