Ostrowski v. United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co.

MR. PRESIDING JUSTICE BURKE

delivered the opinion of the court.

The United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company insured Clemens Ostrowski, a plumbing contractor, against liability imposed on him by law for damages because of certain hazards in the performance of his business and agreed to defend any suit against the insured even if groundless, reserving the right to make such investigation, negotiation or settlement of any claim or suit as might be deemed expedient. Ostrowski, as a subcontractor, installed an oil burner and hot water heating unit for Anne McDonough in a building in Chicago. She…