Legal Case Summary

Motorola Solutions, Inc. v. Zurich Ins. Co.


Date Argued: Thu Aug 07 2014
Case Number: 1-13-1529-1-13-1530-cons
Docket Number: 3085082
Judges:Not available
Duration: 66 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Motorola Solutions, Inc. v. Zurich Insurance Co. - Docket Number 3085082** **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., United States District Court for the District of [State]] **Date:** [Specify Date of Filing or Decision] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** Motorola Solutions, Inc. - **Defendant:** Zurich Insurance Co. **Background:** Motorola Solutions, Inc. is a leading global provider of communication equipment and software, known for its role in the development of public safety communication systems. The dispute arises from an insurance coverage issue related to a claim made by Motorola against its insurer, Zurich Insurance Co. **Facts:** 1. **Policy Agreement:** Motorola held an insurance policy issued by Zurich that covered certain risks related to its business operations. 2. **Claim Filed:** Following an incident that resulted in significant financial loss for Motorola, the company filed a claim with Zurich for reimbursement under the policy terms. 3. **Denial of Coverage:** Zurich Insurance Co. denied the claim, citing specific exclusions in the policy that they argued applied to the circumstances of Motorola's loss. 4. **Litigation Initiated:** In response to the denial, Motorola Solutions initiated litigation against Zurich, seeking a declaration of coverage and damages for breach of contract. **Issues:** 1. **Coverage Interpretation:** The primary legal question revolves around the interpretation of the insurance policy terms and whether the losses experienced by Motorola fall within the covered risks. 2. **Exclusions:** The court must consider the validity and applicability of the exclusions cited by Zurich in their denial of the insurance claim. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff (Motorola):** Motorola argues that the language of the insurance policy is broad enough to encompass the losses incurred. They contend that Zurich's denial is not supported by the policy terms and constitutes a breach of contract. - **Defendant (Zurich):** Zurich maintains that the specific exclusions in the policy clearly remove liability for the claimed losses. They argue that they acted within the bounds of the policy agreement in denying coverage. **Court's Decision:** [This section will include a summary of the court's ruling, whether it sided with Motorola or Zurich, and the reasoning behind the decision. This will likely address the interpretation of the insurance policy, the nature of the exclusions, and any applicable legal standards governing insurance contracts.] **Conclusion:** The case of Motorola Solutions, Inc. v. Zurich Insurance Co. illustrates the complexities of insurance coverage disputes and the importance of precise language in policy agreements. The outcome of this case may have significant implications for both the parties involved and the broader insurance industry regarding the enforceability of policy exclusions and the responsibilities of insurers in honoring claims. **Citations:** [This section would typically include relevant case law citations or statutes referenced in the opinion.] --- Note: Because the specific details of the case (including court decision, dates, etc.) were not provided, placeholders have been included for clarification. Please populate these with accurate details as they pertain to docket number 3085082 and the actual case.

Motorola Solutions, Inc. v. Zurich Ins. Co.


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