Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Co. v. Thompson

[¶ 20] I concur with the result reached by the majority. However, I would reach that result in reliance on the intentional act exclusion of the policy. The exclusion is express, unambiguous, and in accord with the legislative policy of this State.

[¶ 21] The policy exclusion provides:

A. We do not provide Liability Coverage for any “insured”:

1. Who intentionally causes “bodily injury” or “property damage”.

The Thompsons do not assert the collision was unintentional.

[¶ 22] This Court has not directly addressed whether motor vehicle liability policies may deny coverage for intentional acts. In…