Liability Issues for Businesses in the Time of COVID-19

The "Liability Issues for Businesses in the Time of COVID-19" webinar, held on August 5, 2020, was part of the "Wednesdays with Woodward®" series organized by the Travelers Institute. This session featured Yafit Cohn, Vice President, Group General Counsel, and Chief Sustainability Officer at Travelers, along with Harold Kim, President of the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform.

The webinar addressed the challenges businesses faced regarding liability during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key topics included the broader tort environment in the U.S. litigation system, trends contributing to rising costs in the tort system, and proposed federal legislation aimed at providing liability protections for businesses.

The session also offered practical advice for businesses, such as identifying and understanding risks, implementing relevant controls, training employees, and monitoring the effectiveness of these plans. Notable speakers included Yafit Cohn and Harold Kim, who provided expert insights into the evolving legal landscape during the pandemic.

This webinar was particularly beneficial for business owners, legal professionals, and policymakers seeking to understand and navigate the complex liability issues arising from the COVID-19 crisis.