Transport Insurance Co. v. Faircloth

in which PHILLIPS, C.J., and HECHT, CORNYN, ENOCH and OWEN, JJ., join.

In this case, we decide whether there is any evidence of an actionable violation of the Texas Insurance Code, the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act (DTPA), or common-law duties in connection with an insurer’s negotiation of a settlement with a minor. Paula Trippel Faireloth sued Transport Insurance Company, Lindsey & New-som Claim Services, and Janet Jones (collectively, Transport) for their alleged misconduct in procuring the settlement of her claim against Allied Van Lines. After a jury trial, the trial…