Brethren Mutual Insurance v. Buckley

In this case we examine the scope of a general release executed pursuant to Md.Code (1997, 2011 Repl. Vol), § 19-511 of the Insurance Article (“§ 19-511”). Petitioner, The Brethren Mutual Insurance Company (“Brethren”), appeals the decision of the Court of Special Appeals that a general release executed by its policy holder, Ember L. Buckley (“Buckley”), in favor of a tortfeasor’s liability insurer did not likewise waive Buckley’s claim under her uninsured motorist policy with Brethren.

FACTS AND LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Respondent, Buckley, was involved in a single-vehicle accident on March 18, 2007.…