Legal Opinion

PPI Technology Services, L.P. v. Liberty Mutual Insurance

Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Decided November 29, 2012No. 12-40189PublishedCited by 1 opinion

1Opinion of the Court

PRADO, Circuit Judge:

Defendant-Appellee, Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., (“Liberty Mutual”), insured Plaintiff-Appellant, PPI Technology Services, L.P., (“PPI”). PPI was retained by several third parties to assist in planning well-drilling operations. After a well was drilled in the wrong area, PPI was sued by the third parties. PPI then sought defense and indemnification from its insurance company, Liberty Mutual. When Liberty Mutual refused, PPI brought suit claiming breach of contract, violation of the Texas Prompt Payment Statute, and breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing. On…

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