Campbell v. Hanover Insurance

This case presents the issue of whether it was error for the Trial Court to award attorney’s fees and double damages to plaintiff. We find there was error in the award of attorney’s fees and double damages.

This action arises out of an insurance claim filed by plaintiff for damages to a stolen and recovered motor vehicle. Defendant, Hanover Insurance Company, denied the claim. On March 11, 1994, plaintiff filed a complaint against Hanover seeking $20,000.00 in damages pursuant to a contract of insurance.

After trial, the Court awarded $6,900.00 in damages to plaintiff. The Court also ordered…