Court Rules That Insurers Must Weigh Independent Medical Experts’ Opinions Against Conflicting Evidence The South Dakota Supreme Court has reversed a circuit court’s dismissal of a worker’s lawsuit claiming Dakota Truck Underwriters and Risk Administration Services denied him workers’ compensation benefits in bad faith. The opinion, filed on September 28, 2016, concluded that an insurer cannot … [Read more...] about South Dakota Supreme Court Reverses Dismissal of Bad Faith Insurance Lawsuit
Supreme Court Orders Insurance Coverage for Ranchers’ Claims
Court Reverses Local Insurance Company’s Denial Based on Company’s Narrow Definition of Drowning The Supreme Court has reversed a lower court ruling that favored DeSmet Mutual Insurance Company in a claim brought by the Papousek family of Quinn, SD for cattle lost in the 2013 Winter Storm Atlas. Atlas brought torrential rain and heavy snowstorms that killed more than 43,000 head of cattle … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Orders Insurance Coverage for Ranchers’ Claims
Not at Fault? Here’s What You Can Ask for in a Car Accident Settlement
If you were involved in car accident and it is determined that it was someone else’s fault, their insurance company should reimburse you for all of the expenses relating to the accident, including medical bills, lost earnings, property damage, emotional distress, and more. … [Read more...] about Not at Fault? Here’s What You Can Ask for in a Car Accident Settlement
Jury Verdict in Against Insurance Company for Nearly $4 Million for Deceit
Travelers Indemnity Co. Willfully Misled Plaintiff on Policy Coverage WATERTOWN, SD. – After experiencing catastrophic injuries in a car accident, Laura Dziadek was informed by Charter Oak Fire Insurance, which is owned by Travelers Indemnity Co., that she was not insured or covered under the policy when in fact she was covered. The insurance company’s behavior prompted a federal jury to order … [Read more...] about Jury Verdict in Against Insurance Company for Nearly $4 Million for Deceit
The 4 Phases of Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Losing a Loved One
A wrongful death lawsuit claim can provide you and your family with financial relief and a sense of justice for the loss of your loved one. … [Read more...] about The 4 Phases of Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Losing a Loved One
How Standing Up to Insurance Companies Leads to Settlement Negotiation
It is in your best interest to speak to a South Dakota insurance bad faith attorney to help you negotiate a settlement if you feel your insurance company has not treated you fairly. … [Read more...] about How Standing Up to Insurance Companies Leads to Settlement Negotiation
