Legal Opinion
Bituminous Casualty Corp. v. Royal Insurance Co. of America
Appellate Court of Illinois
Decided November 25, 1998No. 3-98-0183PublishedCited by 33 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtJustice Slater
Shortly after settling an underlying personal injuries claim against Johnson Construction, Bituminous Casualty Corporation brought suit against Royal Insurance Company in an attempt to recover half the settlement monies expended. On cross-motions for summary judgment, the trial court determined that Bituminous was entitled to contribution and ordered Royal to pay $26,251.34. Royal appeals, contending that its obligation to defend and indemnify Johnson Construction was excused by the targeted tender to Bituminous.
FACTS
Glenn H. Johnson Construction Company was the general contractor responsible…
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