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Appraising Problems, Not Stuff, Chad J. Pomeroy May 2021

Appraising Problems, Not Stuff, Chad J. Pomeroy

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract forthcoming.


The Impact Of H.B. 214: A Critical Analysis Of The Texas "Rape Insurance" Bill, Lucie Arvallo Apr 2019

The Impact Of H.B. 214: A Critical Analysis Of The Texas "Rape Insurance" Bill, Lucie Arvallo

St. Mary's Law Journal

Texas House Bill 214 (H.B. 214) is subject to challenge under the Supreme Court precedent protecting a woman’s right to choose. Passed in 2017, H.B. 214 regulates Texas insurance markets by prohibiting coverage for an elective abortion unless a woman affirmatively opts into such coverage through a separate contract and pays a separate premium. Similar restrictions on insurance coverage for elective abortion in other states have been met with mixed results in the courts. What sets H.B. 214 apart from other regulations of insurance coverage for abortion is that it does not include any exceptions for abortions in cases of …


Insurance Appraisal In Texas And Its Place In Coverage Litigation, Brendan K. Mcbride, William J. Chriss, Matthew R. Pearson Feb 2019

Insurance Appraisal In Texas And Its Place In Coverage Litigation, Brendan K. Mcbride, William J. Chriss, Matthew R. Pearson

St. Mary's Law Journal

Insurance appraisal is a contractually agreed process for resolving a disagreement between the insurance carrier and the policyholder about the amount of a loss under an insurance policy. Appraisal clauses have been a feature of insurance policies in Texas for well over a century. Old Texas cases were uniform to the effect that appraisal was a method to establish the “amount” of the loss under circumstances where coverage was not in dispute, but a recent line of cases has allowed insurers to escape liability for breach of contract, attorneys’ fees, statutory and common law “bad faith,” and even liability under …


Holding Ridesharing Companies Accountable In Texas, Martha Alejandra Salas Aug 2018

Holding Ridesharing Companies Accountable In Texas, Martha Alejandra Salas

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract forthcoming


Third Party Remedy Of Insured's Loss Constitutes Defense In Mitigation Of The Loss In Suit By Insured Against Insurer., Mark B. Taylor Dec 1980

Third Party Remedy Of Insured's Loss Constitutes Defense In Mitigation Of The Loss In Suit By Insured Against Insurer., Mark B. Taylor

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


Insurance Advertising - Much Ado About Nothing Lawyer's Forum., Michael A. Hatchell Sep 1979

Insurance Advertising - Much Ado About Nothing Lawyer's Forum., Michael A. Hatchell

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


Reduction And Exclusion Clauses In Uninsured Motorist Coverage., Royal H. Brin Jr. Sep 1973

Reduction And Exclusion Clauses In Uninsured Motorist Coverage., Royal H. Brin Jr.

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


Pyramiding Of Uninsured Motorist Protection: The Confusion Inherent In Overgeneralization., Myron E. East Jr. Sep 1973

Pyramiding Of Uninsured Motorist Protection: The Confusion Inherent In Overgeneralization., Myron E. East Jr.

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


Where Emotional Stress And Strain Arising From An Automobile Accident Are Superimposed Upon A Dormant Heart Condition So As To Cause Death, Recovery May Be Had Under The Provisions Of An Insurance Policy Insuring Against Accidental Bodily Injury And Death., Patricia Koch Irvine Dec 1972

Where Emotional Stress And Strain Arising From An Automobile Accident Are Superimposed Upon A Dormant Heart Condition So As To Cause Death, Recovery May Be Had Under The Provisions Of An Insurance Policy Insuring Against Accidental Bodily Injury And Death., Patricia Koch Irvine

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


An Other Insurance Provision Is Ineffective In Limiting Recovery From An Insurer For Actual Damages Caused By An Uninsured Motorist., J. Michael Myers Dec 1972

An Other Insurance Provision Is Ineffective In Limiting Recovery From An Insurer For Actual Damages Caused By An Uninsured Motorist., J. Michael Myers

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


Social Security Act Requires States To Subtract Non-Exempt Income From The Standard Of Need Rather Than The Statutory Maximum Grant When Computing Afdc Benefits., Janice C. Mccoy Mar 1972

Social Security Act Requires States To Subtract Non-Exempt Income From The Standard Of Need Rather Than The Statutory Maximum Grant When Computing Afdc Benefits., Janice C. Mccoy

St. Mary's Law Journal

No abstract provided.


The Term Assailing Thieves In Marine Insurance Policy Provided Coverage For Theft By Force Or Violence Of Personal Property On Vessel, Not Coverage For Theft Of Vessel Itself., George C. Shoemaker Dec 1970

The Term Assailing Thieves In Marine Insurance Policy Provided Coverage For Theft By Force Or Violence Of Personal Property On Vessel, Not Coverage For Theft Of Vessel Itself., George C. Shoemaker

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.


Antedated Contract Of Property Insurance May Protect Against A Loss Occurring Prior To Issuance Of The Policy, Absent Fraud Or Negligent Concealment., Barry Snell Mar 1970

Antedated Contract Of Property Insurance May Protect Against A Loss Occurring Prior To Issuance Of The Policy, Absent Fraud Or Negligent Concealment., Barry Snell

St. Mary's Law Journal

Abstract Forthcoming.