An insurer seeking to deny a ceiling collapse claim based on an exclusion for "decay" loses appeal.
Insurance Coverage Law in Massachusetts
In-depth legal analysis, by Massachusetts insurance lawyer Owen Gallagher, on a myriad of insurance coverage issues and disputes.
Navigators Specialty Has No Duty To Defend Suit Over Bouncer’s Assault & Battery
The specialty insurer, Navigators, avoids defense obligation for a lawsuit against nightclub bouncer over the use of excessive force.
Scottsdale Insurance’s Refusal To Pay Wellesley Advisors Fund’s $3 Million Policy Limit Denied
A Massachusetts court rejects an insurer’s refusal to defend leading to its having to pay its full $3 million policy limit.
No Liability under Arch Insurance’s Wrap-Up Policy for Contractor’s Repair of Sub’s Work
Coverage excluded for a contractor’s claim it had "legal liability" to repair sub’s work.
Philadelphia Indemnity Had No Duty to Defend Known Property Damage Claim In Chelsea Condo On Admiral’s Hill
Federal judge rules insuring agreement bars coverage for recurring damages.
