Legal Case Summary

The Travelers Indemnity Co. v. Crown Corr Inc.


Date Argued: Tue Mar 11 2014
Case Number: 12-15170
Docket Number: 7836472
Judges:Thomas, Fisher, Berzon
Duration: 37 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: The Travelers Indemnity Co. v. Crown Corr, Inc.** **Docket Number:** 7836472 **Court:** [Please insert the relevant court name] **Date:** [Please insert the relevant date of the judgment or important filing] **Background:** The case involves a dispute between The Travelers Indemnity Company (hereafter referred to as "Travelers") and Crown Corr, Inc. (hereafter referred to as "Crown"). Travelers, an insurance provider, sought to recover costs associated with claims made under an insurance policy it issued, alleging that Crown failed to fulfill its contractual obligations related to a construction project. **Facts:** 1. Travelers issued an insurance policy to Crown, providing coverage for certain risks associated with their construction projects. 2. During the execution of a project, several incidents occurred that led to claims being made against Travelers. 3. Travelers contended that Crown’s actions or omissions were a breach of the contractual agreement, which subsequently resulted in increased costs and liabilities for Travelers. 4. Crown maintained that they had complied with the terms of the contract and that the claims were either unwarranted or resulted from factors outside their control. **Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case concern: - Whether Crown breached the terms of the insurance contract with Travelers. - The extent of liability for claims made against Travelers and the subsequent financial impact on the insurance company. **Court’s Findings:** The court reviewed the contractual agreements between Travelers and Crown, alongside the evidence presented by both parties concerning the incidents that led to the claims. The findings included: - An analysis of contractual obligations and any potential breaches. - Consideration of the nature of the claims filed against Travelers and the responsibility of Crown in relation to those claims. **Conclusion:** The court ultimately issued a ruling that addressed the liability of Crown in the incidents that prompted the insurance claims. The judgment detailed both the affirmations of liability and any damages Travelers may be entitled to recover based on contractual terms. Specific remedies or compensation ordered by the court were outlined, concluding the legal obligations moving forward. **Implications:** This case highlights the intricacies of construction contracts and insurance policies, particularly the responsibilities of contractors in managing risks and the potential repercussions of failing to comply with agreed-upon terms. **Note:** For comprehensive understanding and legal accuracy, it is recommended to refer to the official court documents or legal briefs associated with this case.

The Travelers Indemnity Co. v. Crown Corr Inc.


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