Litigation

The claim was initially denied because a policy provision excluded coverage for related claims.

The settlement consisted of $12 million from an AXA XL excess coverage policy and $3 million total from three other policies.

The scheme involved illegal control of medical practices, kickbacks for patient referrals and bribes.

The former agent's husband also had his license revoked by the California Department of Insurance.

The Ninth Circuit didn't rule on the merits of the claims, but rather upheld a district judge's decision.

APCIA Vice President and Counsel James Whittle discusses why the organization has prioritized this issue.