Experience in Medical Cannabis Claims an Essential Ingredient for Success in Cannabis Claims Management Post-Legalization – Expert Warns
October 25, 2018 by CRU Adjusters
TORONTO, ON, Oct. 25, 2018/insPRESS/ – Responding to recent publicity regarding claims adjusting organizations touting their newly established cannabis claims management teams, Stephen Black, Assistant Director of Professional Liability at Maltman International warns – “In the rush to full legalization, it is important not to forget that medical cannabis has been legal for more than 15 years, commercially since 2013 and there have already been important liability, class action and business interruption claims litigated and effectively managed to resolution.”
“Those who already possess deep experience in handling the unique forms of product liability claims cannabis can present will have a head start in tackling the complex and specialized claims sure to be generated by public companies manufacturing legal cannabis products in the form of fresh and dried flowers, oils and capsules, seeds, plants, leaves and the soon to be legalized edibles.” said Mr. Black.
“Maltman’s core competence is in specialty adjusting. We know that it requires professionals with a specific skill set and true dedication to their craft.” said Varma Singh – Assistant Director at Maltman International, “Stephen is just one of the seasoned experts on our team – a team that has already been managing complex claims including cannabis for years. We are more than ready to handle the brave new world of legal cannabis in Canada and help our clients manage the inevitable claims that will result.”
Background Information
Varma Singh has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry. He specializes in Enterprise Risk Management, Reinsurance, Insurance Claims, Risk Management, and Operational Risk Management. In addition, he has experience in handling a wide range of Complex E&O, Professional Liability & Environmental claims for both the London & Canadian Insurance Markets.
Stephen Black has over 18 years of experience in the insurance industry and 29 years of experience in the Geomatics industry. He specializes in Professional Liability claims including cannabis, complex large construction related liability files, Errors and Omissions Liability, Environmental Impairment Liability and Miscellaneous Liability.
About Maltman International
Founded in 1949, Maltman International offers the highest quality service with in-depth technical knowledge for specialty E&O, D&O, Environmental and Commercial Liability claim services. Delivering superior customer service through our Toronto head office, our network of affiliate partners throughout Canada, the United States, and the World. The teams at Maltman International and CRU GROUP are committed to delivering superior adjusting and claim management services to a demanding and discerning Insurance Market.
For more information, please contact:
Becky Ramsbottom
416-492-4411 X 1263
rramsbottom@cruadjusters.com
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