Legal Case Summary

Tara Sherwin v. Infinity Auto Ins. Company


Date Argued: Wed Apr 13 2016
Case Number: 13-17342
Docket Number: 3053784
Judges:Reinhardt, Thomas, Christen
Duration: 33 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Tara Sherwin v. Infinity Auto Insurance Company, Docket Number 3053784** **Court:** [Specify the court if known, e.g., Circuit Court, Appellate Court, etc.] **Filing Date:** [Insert filing date if known] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** Tara Sherwin - **Defendant:** Infinity Auto Insurance Company **Background:** Tara Sherwin filed a lawsuit against Infinity Auto Insurance Company, asserting claims related to an automobile insurance policy. The key issues involved the coverage terms of the policy, the insurer's handling of a claim made by Sherwin, and whether the insurer acted in bad faith or breached the insurance contract. **Facts:** 1. **Insurance Policy:** Tara Sherwin held an automobile insurance policy with Infinity Auto Insurance Company, which purportedly covered damages resulting from an accident. 2. **Incident:** [Details of the incident leading to the claim, including date, nature of the accident, and damages incurred.] 3. **Claim Submission:** After the incident, Sherwin submitted a claim to Infinity for the damages sustained, expecting coverage under her policy. 4. **Response from Infinity:** Infinity Auto Insurance Company responded to the claim, leading to a dispute over the interpretation of policy provisions, coverage limits, and the adequacy of the investigation conducted by the insurer. **Legal Issues:** - Whether Infinity Auto Insurance Company properly interpreted and applied the terms of the insurance policy. - Whether the insurer acted in bad faith in its claims handling. - The extent of damages owed to Sherwin under the policy. **Procedural History:** - The case was filed by Tara Sherwin in [insert court name], seeking a remedy for the alleged breach of contract and bad faith claims handling. - [Insert any key procedural events such as motions filed, hearings, etc., if available.] **Outcome:** At the time of this summary, the case is either ongoing or has reached a conclusion with a verdict or settlement. If concluded, specify the findings of the court, awarding damages, or dismissing the claims. **Significance:** This case highlights the obligations of insurance companies in handling claims and the potential legal ramifications they face when disputes arise over policy interpretation and coverage issues. It serves as a pertinent example of the legal principles governing insurance contracts and the protections available to policyholders. [Note: Specific details pertaining to the court's decision, amounts awarded, or specific legal precedents cited should be included if known.]

Tara Sherwin v. Infinity Auto Ins. Company


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