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When most people think of a business being interrupted due to a major event, they think that it must involve some sort of property damage. However, it is not always the case that a business sustains direct property damage. There are many other ways that business operations can be halted due to non-property damage related incidents. This could include government-mandated shutdowns, cyberattack incidents, and more. As the COVID-19 pandemic has s... Read More

There are various reasons that a business can sustain a loss of revenue that it needs to cover rent. However, there is often confusion about business interruption insurance and loss of rent insurance. When it comes to these two types of policies, the lease will largely determine which will be beneficial. At Bentley & More LLP, our California business interruption insurance attorneys want to discuss this topic in light of the COVID-19 pande... Read More

When you own or operate a business, you will have various insurance policies in place to protect the business in the event a natural disaster or unforeseen event occurs. Business interruption insurance coverage, typically an add-on to an overriding business insurance policy, can provide valuable assistance for lost income if a business has to shut down. At Bentley & More LLP, we know that insurance policy working and terms can be confusing... Read More

Restaurants depend on people coming into their establishment. Unfortunately, there are times when major disasters or business shutdowns occur and negatively affect a restaurant. At Bentley & More LLP, our California business interruption insurance attorneys want to discuss how this type of insurance is used to help restaurants. This includes what it can cover as well as what type of event could trigger business interruption coverage. COVID... Read More

Bentley & More is beyond proud to announce that EIGHT of our elite team of attorneys have been selected to the Super Lawyers Southern California Rising Stars list. This designation is earned by less than 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40 or in practice 10 years or less. Congratulations to Firm Partners Clare Lucich, Jaimi Groothuis & Matthew Clark and Trial Lawyers Allegra Rineer, Whit Bertch, Evan Grant, Michael McDonald & Nico Mamone. We are proud of the work you put in and your dedication to the firm’s success.

We also recognize Greg Bentley, Keith More & Jim Tierney for being named 2020 Southern California Super Lawyers.  Greg & Keith have held consecutive selections since 2010 & Jim since 2012. These guys are too legit to quit!

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Hotels depend on occupants. However, when a natural disaster or other major event occurs that stops the flow of people coming to a hotel, occupancy rates can decrease. This can include an event that directly impacts a hotel or one that stems the flow of people coming to the hotel. Hotels in most of the United States have seen a complete shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When events like this happen, business interruption insurance may be ... Read More

Over four years ago, our client was at work when a bridge collapsed in Corona off of the 91 freeway. He suffered severe injuries for which his employer’s work comp carrier denied treatment, delayed necessary medical care and then up till today (the day of trial) would not admit all of his injuries. Adamantly, the defense attorney asked the judge to continue the trial. Veteran WC Attorney, Keith More’s response was no, “my client has the right to have his day in court!” Just as they were about to go on the record, the defense attorney received a call from the adjuster finally admitting all of the injuries and stipulating to his 100% disability with future medical care for life.

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