Legal Case Summary

Exxon Mobil Corporation v. Starr Indem & Liab Ins


Date Argued: Mon Sep 18 2017
Case Number: 16-20821
Docket Number: 6154171
Judges:Not available
Duration: 32 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Exxon Mobil Corporation v. Starr Indemnity & Liability Insurance Company** **Docket Number:** 6154171 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., New York Supreme Court] **Filing Date:** [Specify Date] **Case Overview:** Exxon Mobil Corporation, a leading global energy company, initiated this legal action against Starr Indemnity & Liability Insurance Company, which is part of a larger dispute concerning insurance claims related to certain liabilities and damages associated with environmental incidents. **Background:** Exxon Mobil Corporation has sought coverage under its insurance policies issued by Starr Indemnity for costs incurred from environmental clean-up and legal liabilities tied to past operations. The case arises from disagreements regarding the applicability of insurance coverage, the limits of liability, and the obligations of the insurer in light of the claims made by Exxon. **Legal Issues:** 1. Whether the insurance policies provide coverage for the specified environmental liabilities. 2. Determination of the insurer's duty to defend Exxon Mobil in related lawsuits. 3. Interpretation of policy exclusions and conditions that may limit coverage. **Parties' Claims:** - **Plaintiff (Exxon Mobil Corporation):** Claims that Starr Indemnity has wrongfully denied coverage for legitimate claims under the applicable insurance policies and seeks damages for breach of contract and associated costs. - **Defendant (Starr Indemnity & Liability Insurance Company):** Argues that the claims are barred by certain policy exclusions and conditions, positing that it has fulfilled its obligations under the terms of the insurance contract. **Outcome/Status:** [Provide current status—e.g., whether the case has been resolved, is pending, or moving through discovery. Include any significant rulings or motions before the court.] **Significance:** This case is significant as it addresses critical issues regarding corporate insurance coverage in relation to environmental law, liability, and the insurance industry's responsibilities. The outcome may have implications for how similar cases are approached in terms of coverage for environmental damage and corporate liability. --- **Note:** Please provide the specific court, filing date, and case status for a complete summary, as these details are not available in my training data.

Exxon Mobil Corporation v. Starr Indem & Liab Ins


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