Computer Corner, Inc. v. Fireman's Fund Insurance

OPINION

ALARID, Judge.

{1} This case requires us to determine whether a commercial liability insurance policy provided coverage for liability arising from the loss of data stored on a computer hard drive. We hold that it does, and accordingly reverse the district court’s judgment in favor of the insurer.

BACKGROUND

{2} Computer Corner, Inc. (Computer Corner) is a family-owned business, engaged in the sale and service of personal computers. From January 1, 1995 through January 1, 1996, Computer Corner was insured under a commercial general liability policy (CGL) issued by Fireman’s Fund Insurance…