When policy coverage language doesn’t reflect the underwriter’s original intent, exclusions meant to apply can become vulnerable to competing interpretations. What happens then?
That is one of the many topics of discussion at the Environmental Risk & PFAS Litigation Conference hosted by Perrin Conferences on June 16-17, 2026, in New York, NY. The conference brings together legal, insurance, and environmental industry professionals to consider emerging environmental liability issues.
VERTEX will be a sponsor of the event. On June 17, VERTEX’s Christopher De Carlo will moderate a panel discussion, Unintended Covered Conditions, featuring other industry voices in the lifecycle of environmental risk.
VERTEX attendees include:
- Catherine Pierce, MBA – Senior Managing Director, Growth Strategy
- Chris Abel, CHMM- Senior Managing Director, Environmental Claims
- Christopher De Carlo, CHMM, LSRP – Technical Director, Environmental Insurance
- Victoria Spina – Director, Environmental Insurance
They will engage with industry professionals to build and strengthen relationships and showcase VERTEX’s expertise in addressing complex environmental challenges.
By sponsoring, participating in, and attending events such as this, VERTEX positions itself as a trusted advisor in the rapidly evolving market of environmental risk, especially as it relates to PFAS.
For additional information about the event, visit: https://www.perrinconferences.com/conferences/environmental26/
To learn more about VERTEX’s Environmental Claims services or to speak with an expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.
The Author
Catherine Pierce
MBA
Senior Managing Director, Growth Strategy, Claims, Disputes & Forensics
Ms. Pierce has 23+ years of experience in environmental consulting and insurance. She manages account programs and identifies growth opportunities as VERTEX's Senior Managing Director, Growth Strategy for Claims, Disputes & Forensics.
The Author
Christopher De Carlo
CHMM, LSRP
Technical Director, Environmental Insurance
Christopher De Carlo has over 20 years of experience performing environmental services for a broad range of clients including government agencies, utilities, private corporations, municipalities, real estate developers, financial institutions, and insurance companies.
The Author
Victoria Spina
Director, Environmental Insurance
Victoria Spina, has over nine years of experience working on environmental projects, particularly investigation and remediation of environmental contamination. She has participated in multiple phases of site remediation including site investigation, remedial investigation, and remedial action.