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Insurance

May 27, 2010

Umbrella Coverage Must Step In to Defend Immediately

Kurt Melchior of Nossaman examines a recent decision penned by Justice Walter Croskey, known for writing leading opinions on issues involving insurance coverage.

By Kurt W. Melchior

Justice Walter Croskey has often written leading opinions on key questions of insurance coverage. He has done it again!

In Legacy Vulcan Corp. v. Superior Court, 2010 DJDAR 6409 (April 30, 2010) Justice Croskey summarized and developed the law on defense duties of umbrella insurers.

Thoughtful individuals and thoughtful businesses often buy umbrella insurance because it serves the dual function of b...

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