Representations and Warranties Insurance: A Closer Look at Claims

Summary

This practice note addresses claims made under a representations and warranties insurance (R&W insurance) policy and walks through the claims process for both buyers and sellers in an M&A transaction. The use of R&W insurance has exploded over the last several years and is quickly becoming the norm in private transactions. With this growth, claims on such policies are of course becoming more common; buyers and sellers should each have a firm understanding of the R&W insurance claims process.