Tag: policy interpretation

Homeowner’s Insurance Denies Dog Bite Claim Over Household Definition

A Massachusetts court ruled that a homeowner’s insurance policy does not cover a dog bite claim because the dog owner was not a resident of the named insureds’ household. The decision clarifies limits on insured status in homeowner policies.

Eleventh Circuit Limits Insurer's Denial of Coverage on Pre-Existing Conditions in ERISA LTD Case

Eleventh Circuit rules insurer's denial of ERISA long-term disability claim for pre-existing conditions was unreasonably broad, impacting insurer policy interpretation standards.

Eighth Circuit Rules Insurers Not Required to Replace Entire Roof for Shingle Matching

Eighth Circuit decision in Noonan v. American Family Mutual Insurance clarifies insurer obligations on roof replacement and shingle matching under specific policy endorsements.