Insurance
Bad Faith
Denied Coverage
Confidential
Settlement – $70,000Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Glendale
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
In 1995, the plaintiff insured made a claim for additional living expenses incurred as a result of the Northridge earthquake. The defendant insurance company denied the plaintiff's claims, arguing that the one-year contractual limitation period barred the claims. The plaintiff brought this bad faith action against the defendant based on breach of contract and breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing theories of recovery.
Settlement Discussions
The parties did not exchange offers or demands prior to the settlement conference.
Damages
The plaintiff's expenses totaled $22,000.
Other Information
The settlement was reached approximately six months after the case was filed.
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