In a decision that further muddies the already murky waters of “occurrence” jurisprudence, the California Court of Appeal has ruled that a general liability policy does not cover a homeowner who mistakenly grades the wrong...more
Insurance companies can no longer breach the duty to defend believing that, as long as they act in good faith, their potential liability is capped at policy limits or any costs incurred by the insured in mounting a defense....more
12/17/2018
/ Bad Faith ,
Breach of Contract ,
Car Accident ,
Company Vehicles ,
Consequential Damages ,
Default Judgment ,
Denial of Insurance Coverage ,
Duty to Defend ,
Good Faith ,
Insurance Industry ,
Insurance Litigation ,
NV Supreme Court ,
Policy Limits ,
Stays ,
Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices ,
Vicarious Liability
In a ruling that bodes well for policyholders, the California Supreme Court provides much-needed clarity on the question of when a so-called "intentional act" may give rise to insurance coverage under a liability insurance...more