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Article Archives
Texas Supreme Court Adopts Collusive-Fraud Exception to Eight Corners Rule
June 3, 2020
The Texas Supreme Court has—for the first time—expressly adopted an exception to the eight-corners rule, to be applied in cases where the insured and a third party fraudulently collude to secure a defense.
Texas Supreme Court Rejects District Judge’s Exception to the “Eight-Corners Rule”
May 12, 2020
Jeffrey Glass recently wrote about a question, certified to the Texas Supreme Court by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, regarding the continuing validity of the “eight corners” rule.
A Mediator’s Take on COVID-19
April 23, 2020
Does insurance cover COVID-19 losses? As our national economy slows to a crawl, many businesses are desperately searching for lifelines.
Clarity from ‘Menchaca’ on Extracontractual Damages for Insureds Entitled to Policy Benefits
April 9, 2020
Have we mentioned that 'USAA Texas Lloyds Co. v. Menchaca' has changed things? 'Lyda Swinerton' is another example.
Texas Supreme Court to Review Judge McBryde’s Exception to the Eight-Corners Rule
October 15, 2019
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently certified to the Texas Supreme Court, and the latter accepted, a question that could end up undermining the "eight corners" rule.
New Texas Statutes Enforce Payment of Deductibles by Homeowners
September 24, 2019
Homeowners insurance policyholders and construction contractors should be aware of new law affecting payment of deductibles in Texas.
Amended Statutes Governing Court Reporters May Affect You and Your Clients
August 26, 2019
The Texas Court Reporters Association initiated Senate Bill 891, Article 7, becomes effective September 1, 2019. The changes may affect how you do business with court reporters.
Case Note: Barbara Technologies Corp. v. State Farm Lloyds
July 17, 2019
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
July 1, 2019
The explosion of “Big Data” is revolutionizing our society and providing new opportunities for insurers and consumers.
Fifth Circuit Departs from Precedent to Follow ‘Menchaca’
March 12, 2019
The Fifth Circuit recently acknowledged its precedent had mistakenly established “the opposite rule from that [set forth] in Vail” for the recovery of extra-contractual damages.
Trial Practice: The Menchaca Jury Charge for Statutory Bad Faith
January 18, 2019
In Wall v. State Farm Lloyds, the First Court of Appeals addresses jury charge practice under USAA Tex. Lloyds Co. v. Menchaca, 545 S.W.3d 479 (Tex. 2018).
The Henley v. Love Lesson: Where Experts Must Tread
June 9, 2017
In addition to the complexities inherent in coverage law, coverage litigation brings its own set of challenges. One recurring question: When does a coverage case require an expert opinion?