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There were a number of 2019 insurance coverage decisions that will undoubtedly shape the coverage landscape for years to come. Policyholders enjoyed a number of significant wins, including victories in areas involving business income coverage to directors and officers liability.

Here is a summary of some of 2019's most notable coverage decisions.

The cases

1. California Supreme Court holds that the requirement of prejudice for late notice defense is a fundamental public policy of the state for choice of law analysis.

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