Waite Hill Services, Inc. v. World Class Metal Works, Inc.

OPINION

World Class Metal Works, Inc. d/b/a HEB Chrome Plating sued Colony Insurance Company and related insurance agents, claiming breach of contract, Insurance Code violations, breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing, and deceptive trade practices. The trial court directed a verdict for World Class on the coverage issue under the policy. The jury found that Colony engaged in false, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices and failed to comply with the duty of good faith and fair dealing. The jury awarded damages in response to two jury questions.

The defendants contend that the…