Dog Bite – No Duty to Defend

Obtained summary judgment in favor of insurer alleged to have acted in bad faith and breached its duty todefend its insured against a third-party dog-bite claim.

Self-Defense Battery – No Coverage

Obtained summary judgment in favor of insurer alleged to have acted in bad faith and breached its duty todefend its insured against a third-party battery claim where insured asserted “self-defense.”

Landlord Not Liable for Child Drowning

Summary judgment granted in favor of property owner following drowning in pool of two small childrenof tenants invitee finding landlord had no duty to foresee a parent coming onto the property may engagein felony child abuse.

Appraisal Award Paid – No Breach of Contract

Summary judgment granted in favor of insurer upon finding insurer fully paid appraisal award precludingcause of action for breach of contract and upon finding there was a genuine dispute as to the insurer’sliability under the policy. Ruling upheld on...