County of Columbia v. Continental Insurance

OPINION OF THE COURT

Smith, J.

This is a declaratory judgment action in which plaintiff seeks an order that defendants are required to provide legal representation and coverage for an action brought against it. Specifically, the issue is whether "personal injury” endorsements in policies issued to plaintiff by defendants require representation and coverage for liability arising from alleged property damage resulting from the leaching of toxic chemicals.

I

Each of the defendants insured plaintiff under comprehen sive general liability policies during the period in question. 1 All of the policies…