Month: July 2008

The California Court of Appeal has held that, in the absence of a “potential” for coverage, a general contractor was not entitled to a defense as an “additional insured” under a subcontractor’s liability policy. ( Monticello Insurance Company v. Essex … Read More

The California Court of Appeal has held that a property insurer did not assume a duty to establish adequate coverage limits, and that the insurer did properly notify the insured that a renewal policy would no longer provide guaranteed replacement … Read More

The California Court of Appeal has held that a homeowners insurer had a duty to defend its insured against allegations that the insured’s “deliberate act” caused the claimant to suffer an “unintended injury.” ( State Farm Fire and Cas. Co. … Read More