The Insurance Law Section is an official, sanctioned section of the State Bar of Texas consisting of approximately 2,300 members. Membership is open to all members of the State Bar of Texas.
Our Mission: Promoting collegiality and educating the bench, bar, and public about Texas 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
News
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.
Events
Articles
Amended Statutes Governing Court Reporters May Affect You and Your Clients
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
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
FCCI Insurance Co. v. Easy Mix Concrete Services, Inc.
Court: WD Tx 05/07/2024
Court Grants Insured's Motion to Dismiss or in the Alternative Stay Certain Claims
Lancer Insurance Co. v. L&Y Trucking LLC
Court: ND Tx 05/07/2024
Insurer in Trucking Accident Dispute Has No Duty to Defend
Nathan v. USAA General Indemnity
Court: Tx 5-Dallas 05/02/2024
Court Affirms Summary Judgment For Insurer in Storm Damage Claim
Antares Underwriting Limited v. Magellan E&P Holdings, Inc.
Court: SD Tx 05/01/2024
District Court Dismisses Claims By Purported Additional Insured in Well Blowout Case
Hall v. Allstate Insurance Co. (II)
Court: WD Tx 04/30/2024
Court Adopts Magistrate's Report and Recommendation
Aramark Services, Inc. v. Aetna Life Insurance Co.
Court: ED Tx 04/26/2024
Motion to Stay Pending Arbitration Denied in Dispute Between ERISA Plan Sponsor and Plan Administrator
Jose C. Rodriguez as Trustee of the Bankruptcy Estate of Wibracht v. Travelers Casualty and Surety Co.
Court: ED Tx 04/26/2024
Surety Bond Insurer's and Insurance Agency's Motions to Dismiss Granted in Part Under the False Claims Act in Qui Tam Action
Samurai Global, LLC v. Landmark American Insurance Co.
Court: ND Tx 04/26/2024
Competing Motions for Summary Judgment Granted in Part in Commercial Property Damage Dispute Between Property Management Company and Insurer
Kinsale Insurance Co. v. Flyin’ Diesel Performance & Offroad, L.L.C.
Court: 5th Cir 04/26/2024
Fifth Circuit Reverses Finding of Ambiguity and Duty to Defend
Werder v. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co.
Court: ND Tx 04/25/2024
TRCP 47 Statement of "$250,000 or Less" is Inadequate Jurisdictional Allegation in Notice of Removal