McReynolds v. American Commerce Insurance

OPINION

BARKER, Judge.

¶ 1 The issue before us is whether an insurer may meet its duty to equally consider settlement offers, when presented with multiple claims in excess of policy limits, by promptly and in good faith interpleading its policy limits and continuing to provide a defense to its insured. Holding this is so, we affirm the summary judgment entered.

Facts and Procedural History

¶2 Michael McReynolds (“McReynolds”) appeals the trial court’s grant of summary judgment in favor of American Commerce Insurance Co. (“ACIC”). McReynolds sustained severe injuries in an automobile accident with…