Legal Opinion
Scott v. Commerce Insurance
Massachusetts Appeals Court
Decided November 3, 2004No. 03-P-717PublishedCited by 1 opinion
1Opinion of the CourtBrown, J.
Commerce Insurance Company (Commerce) appeals a Superior Court judgment that confirmed an arbitration award in favor of its insured, Charles Scott. We conclude it was error to confirm the award and reverse the judgment entered below to that effect.
1. Background. On the evening of May 14, 2000, Scott had been jogging in the vicinity of Franklin Park in Boston when he was struck by an unidentified motor vehicle. Apart from his serious injuries, he also incurred medical expenses in excess of $88,000. On June 14, 2000, Scott made claim under his automobile insurance policy issued by Commerce, and…
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