Bidart v. American Title Insurance

OPINION

Appellant, El Tejón, brought this action against respondent, American Title, seeking damages for an alleged breach of the insurer’s duty to defend. The district court found that El Tejón had not properly notified American Title of the action against it; that American Title was prejudiced by the lack of notice; and, that the action against El Tejón was not insured against in any event. El Tejón appeals the dismissal of its claim. Because we find that there is substantial evidence in the record in support of the decision below, we affirm.

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