Insurance Coverage Cases

Explore Gauntlett Law’s extensive experience in insurance coverage cases across the United States, where we advocate for policyholders seeking to maximize their coverage and enforce their rights. Our firm has successfully handled complex disputes nationwide, including cases involving duty to defend, indemnification, bad faith claims, and coverage denials. Whether navigating negotiations or litigating high-stakes cases, we provide strategic counsel to help businesses secure the protection they deserve under their policies.

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D&O Insurance Defense Coverage: Examining Defense Rights and Misleading Pleading

In Market Lofts Community Association v. National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA, the court addressed a critical issue in D&O insurance defense coverage—whether an insurer is obligated to provide a defense despite a misleading pleading. The court denied National Union Fire Insurance Co.’s Motion to Dismiss and granted the Association’s Motion for Partial Summary Judgment, ruling that it was entitled to defense coverage for a cross-complaint brought by a developer.

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Legal Fee Insurance Coverage: Diving into Post-Settlement Litigation

In 360Heros, Inc. v. Mainstreet America Assurance Co., the court addressed a significant issue in legal fee insurance coverage—whether an insurer is obligated to cover attorneys’ fees incurred after funding a settlement. The panel reversed what it deemed an “erroneous” ruling and determined that 360Heros, Inc. was entitled to recover legal fees for continued litigation necessary to resolve business issues beyond the initial settlement.

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