Holmes Regional Medical Center, Inc. v. Allstate Insurance Company

As explained by the Fifth District,

Here, the Boozers did not settle with Stalley, nor were they held liable, for only their portion of liability, Rather, they were held liable for all of Hintz’s injuries resulting from the accident. Judgment was entered against them for oyer $11 million. That judgment is fully enforceable by Stalley and has various severe consequences for Boozer. If Boozer was not solely liable, then, in fairness, she ought to be able to seek subrogation from the subsequent tort-feasors. Allstate should also have the opportunity to seek equitable subrogation because it has…