Failure to Defend
The failure to defend a policyholder in a lawsuit is a form of insurance bad faith. Insurance companies acting in bad faith typically do not uphold the following:
If you believe your insurance company has acted in “bad faith” it may be helpful to know a few basic things. Here is some information to help you out:
In California, only about 10 percent of homeowners have earthquake insurance (1). But for those who end up filing a claim for earthquake damage, insurance can seem like a blessing. Unless your claim happens to be denied.
One of the worst feelings in the world is getting a letter in the mail from your insurance company, announcing that your policy has been canceled during the term of insurance. Whether it’s a home, auto, life or other insurance policy, being without coverage can be downright frightening. Not to mention confusing: What went wrong? Can this be fixed? How can they do this to me, after I’ve been a loyal customer?
Whether you’re dealing with insurance problems regarding your home, health, automobile or other coverage, it can be stressful when you don’t know where to turn for help. The good news is that San Diego has several legal resources serving insurance consumers who are facing issues with claims, cancellations, and related challenges. To help you get started, here are three legal resources in San Diego County:
