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MA SJC Rules Attorney’s Fees Awarded Under G. L. c. 93A Are Not Covered by Liability Policy

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In Vermont Mutual Insurance Company v. Poirier, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) ruled that attorney’s fees awarded under M.G. L. c. 93A are not covered by a Businessowner’s Liability Policy, because such fees...more

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What’s in a Name? The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Sheds Light on Potential Coverage Implications of “DBA” Designations

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It is no secret that wording matters when it comes to the interpretation of an insurance policy. Recently, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued a decision indicating that this is particularly true when it comes to...more

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Insurance Update - November 2020

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Our November Insurance Update touches upon some novel issues. •Is an appraisal action – a proceeding to determine fair stock value on the date of merger – a Securities Claim for purposes of a D&O policy? •Must a workers’...more

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Massachusetts High Court Expands Insurance Coverage for False Advertising Lawsuits

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The Situation: False advertising lawsuits between competitors under the Lanham Act can be expensive to defend. While there are strong arguments that standard liability insurance policies may cover such claims, insurers...more

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Supreme Judicial Court Affirms Award 0f $2,250,000 plus Interest Against Insurer for Breach of Duty to Defend and Settle — on...

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In Boyle v. Zurich American Insurance Company, SJC-11791 (Sept. 14, 2015), the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) affirmed an award of $2,250,000 plus interest against an insurer for failing to defend its insured on a $50,000...more

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