Watlington v. Progressive Classic Insurance

By Judge Everett A. Martin, Jr.

At the end of the trial of February 26,1 asked if counsel wished to argue that day or submit briefs. Counsel elected to submit briefs, and I have reviewed them. I do not believe oral argument is necessary.

The plaintiff has filed this declaratory judgment action seeking a determination that the amount of underinsured motorist’s (“UIM”) coverage available to him under a business auto policy Ace American Insurance Company (“Ace”) issued to his employer, Terminix, is the same as the limit of liability. Counsel agree the primary coverage is that provided by Farmer’s…