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Sompo's Martin: SPACs Developing as Issue for D&O Market

Deirdre Martin, chief underwriting officer, financial lines, Sompo International, said the industry has seen scores of claims involving Special Purpose Acquisition Corporations, with relatively few dismissals.

Feb. 20, 2023

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