State Farm Fire & Casualty Co. News

In Illinois Disparagement is Not ‘Patent Pending’

Some insurance policies do not specifically define the term “disparagement” in the policy. When the term “disparagement” is not defined, the courts will come up with a workable definition. As an example, in Lexmark International, Inc. v. Transportation Insurance Co., …

Insurer Fights Sandusky Coverage in Pennsylvania Lawsuits

The insurance company that wrote Jerry Sandusky’s homeowner’s policy says it should be exempt from civil lawsuits stemming from the ex-Penn State assistant coach’s child sexual abuse case. State Farm Fire and Casualty Co. argues that its policy doesn’t cover …