The First Circuit affirmed dismissal of negligence, contract and fiduciary-duty claims against Marsh, holding that disclosing a yacht did not constitute an intelligible request for additional insurance coverage.
One Covered Allegation Triggers Full Regulatory Defense Duty, SJC Rules
The Massachusetts SJC ruled one covered allegation triggered MAG Mutual’s regulatory defense obligation, expanding duty-to-defend principles.
Court Orders Homeowners’ Hail Claim Must Be Tried in Colorado
A Massachusetts federal judge transfers a Safeco hail claim to Colorado, finding the coverage dispute’s center of gravity was in Colorado.
Appeals Court Redefines “Contractual Relationship” Under Public Bond Statute
Mass. Appeals Court rules third-party beneficiary rights create a “contractual relationship,” avoiding Section 29’s 65-day bond notice requirement.
Court Rules: ‘Regardless of Whether’ In Exclusion Creates Ambiguity
A Massachusetts Federal court finds insurer must defend Vineyard hangar operator after $1.45M propeller damage claim.
