United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. Wilkin Insulation Co.

We are called upon to interpret certain provisions of comprehensive general liability insurance policies dealing with the duty of insurance companies to defend their insureds. This litigation originates as a result of underlying lawsuits instituted by school districts and public building owners against a multitude of defendants that collectively make up the “asbestos industry.” The defendant herein, Wilkin Insulation Company (Wilkin), is alleged to be a part, although relatively insignificant, of the “asbestos industry.” The underlying lawsuits seek reimbursement of costs incurred in asbestos…