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A Little Knowledge Goes A Long Way Against Defense and Indemnity Reimbursement

When faced with a mixed complaint against the insured, including covered and uncovered claims, insurers oftentimes will reserve their right to seek reimbursement for defense and indemnification payments attributable to the uncovered portion of the claim. The question of reimbursement …

Insurer’s Obligation to Notify the Insured of the Need for Allocated Verdicts and Settlements

A majority of courts in the country have found that if a claimant files a mixed lawsuit containing both covered and uncovered claims the insurance company is generally obligated to defend all claims against the insured, notwithstanding the fact that …