The Insurance Law Section is an official, sanctioned section of the State Bar of Texas consisting of approximately 2,200 members. Membership is open to all members of the State Bar of Texas.
The Insurance Law Section serves to promote the understanding and development of Texas insurance law by providing high quality educational resources to the bench, bar, and public and by promoting collegiality among those with an interest in insurance law.
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The Insurance Law Section is governed by a Council elected from the Section membership at the Section’s annual meeting. Section officers are elected from and by the Council
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Order the Recording of the July 17th Webinar on Insurance Appraisal
Miss the live event? Order the recording of the webinar: "The Supreme Court Weighs In: Insurance Appraisal in Texas after Ortiz and Barbara Technologies"
Order the Course Materials from the “How to Try an Insurance Coverage Case” Seminar
If you missed the March 29 seminar, you can still order the audio CDs and course materials.
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Case Note: Barbara Technologies Corp. v. State Farm Lloyds
Payment of an appraisal award on a denied claim does not affect a carrier's potential liability for prompt pay damages under Texas Insurance Code § 542.060.
Great Opportunities in the Face of Impending Regulations
The explosion of “Big Data” is revolutionizing our society and providing new opportunities for insurers and consumers.
Recent Decisions
Gleason v. Markel American Insurance Co.
Court: 5th Cir 07/30/2019
Fifth Circuit Affirms Finding of No Coverage in D&O Dispute over Sale of Ice Cream Company
Aviles v. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co.
Court: SD Tx 07/29/2019
District Court Affirms Magistrate's Partial Dismissal of Insured's Extra-Contractual Claims
MJ & JJ, LLC v. Clear Blue Specialty Insurance Co.
Court: SD Tx 07/29/2019
Court Denies Insured's Motion to Remand Based on Improper Joinder
Smith v. Travelers Casualty Insurance Co. of America
Court: 5th Cir 07/26/2019
Fifth Circuit Affirms Dismissal of Property Insurance Claim based on Statute of Limitations
Hudson Insurance Co. v. Alamo Crude Oil, LLC
Court: WD Tx 07/24/2019
District Court Considers Extrinsic Evidence, Grants Insurer's Summary Judgment that No Duty to Defend Exists
Jackson National Life Insurance Co. v. Dobbins
Court: ND Tx 07/23/2019
District Court Grants Motion to Compel Party's Return of Policy Proceeds to the Court Registry for Payment to Prevailing Party
Williams v. Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Co.
Court: ND Tx 07/23/2019
District Court Grants Motion to Remand because Claim Adjuster was Properly Joined
Spec’s Family Partners, Ltd. v. The Hanover Insurance Co.
Court: SD Tx 07/23/2019
District Court Finds Duty to Defend Exists, but the Insured did not Establish Violation of the Texas Insurance Code or Entitlement to an Award of Attorneys' Fees
Kiely v. Texas Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Co.
Court: Tx 6-Texarkana 07/22/2019
Court of Appeals Affirms Judgment for Insurer in PIP Benefits Case
Blanco West Properties, LLC v. Arch Specialty Insurance Co.
Court: 5th Cir 07/22/2019
Appellate Court Affirms Judgment for Insurer for Insured's Failure to Provide Timely Notice of Its Claim
