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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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
Mainali Corp. v. Covington Specialty Insurance Co. (Revised)
Court: Tx 7-Amarillo 09/27/2017
Fifth Circuit Affirms Lower Court's Decision that Payment of Appraisal Award Bars Claim under Prompt Payment of Claims Act
American Empire Surplus Lines Insurance Co. v. Multi-Family Services, Inc.
Court: Tx Trial Ct 09/27/2017
District Court Grants Summary Judgment to One Insurer, but not Another on Employee Injury Exclusions
Bain Enterprises LLC v. United Fire & Casualty Co.
Court: Tx 14-Houston 09/25/2017
District Court Denies Motion for New Trial in Duty to Indemnify in CGL Dispute
Great American Insurance Co. v. Goin
Court: Tx Sup 09/25/2017
District Court Grants Summary Judgment for Insured on Insurer's Duplicative Declaratory Judgment Claim
Metropolitan Lloyds Insurance Co. of Texas v. Louisiana-Pacific Corp.
Court: Tx 14-Houston 09/21/2017
District Court Denies Insurer's Subrogation Claim against Radiant Barrier Roofing System Manufacturer
Mainali Corp. v. Covington Specialty Insurance Co.
Court: Tx 7-Amarillo 09/21/2017
Fifth Circuit Affirms Lower Court's Decision that Payment of Appraisal Award Bars Claim under Prompt Payment of Claims Act
Mid-Continent Casualty Co. v. Petroleum Solutions, Inc.
Court: Tx Trial Ct 09/21/2017
Southern District Grants Insured's Motion for Attorneys' Fees, but Denies Claim for Costs until Bill of Costs is Submitted
Perez v. Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Co.
Court: Tx Sup 09/20/2017
District Court Grants Motion to Dismiss Claims against Adjusters, Enters Final Judgment in their Favor
ADI WorldLink, LLC v. RSUI Indemnity Co.
Court: ND Tx 09/18/2017
District Court Affirms Magistrate Judge's Grant of Summary Judgment to Insurer Based on Late Notice Defense
Okelberry v. Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Co.
Court: Tx 1-Houston 09/15/2017
Supreme Court will not Review UIM Case on Burden of Proof
