This case involves faulty construction and liability under contract, and the carrier's duty to defend.

Sold Vehicle Still a Covered Auto January 27, 2014 Our policyholder sold his vehicle to a private owner and never notified the insurer so the vehicle…

16 Acres of Wrong Crop Removed January 20, 2014   Our policyholder removed a crop of fruit bearing trees (16 acres of jujube) on the claimant’s…

January 20, 2014 A hospital commenced an action in diversity against the insurer, alleging misrepresentation with regard to certificate of liability…

February 2014 Intro Page   Dec Page   The article of the month on the Dec Page pertains to blanket additional insured endorsements. These…

February 2014 Dec Page   Article of the Month   Problems can arise when a blanket additional insured endorsement is attached to the commercial…

Exclusion j.(5) Means What It Says and Says What It Means   January 13, 2014   In a heated opinion from the state’s Supreme Court, South…

Fluids Damage Assisted Living Facility January 7, 2014 Our insured had a HO 4 policy (04/91) policy. Our insured is a tenant at an assisted living facility.…

Occurrence and Coverage under the CGL Form   January 6, 2014   The insurer brought an action seeking a declaratory judgment that it had no…

Vehicle Stolen from Valet Parking Service December 30, 2013 Our insured is an upscale restaurant that provides a valet parking service for customers.…