Assicurazioni Generali, S.P.A. v. Milsap

BLEIL, Justice.

Assicurazioni Generali appeals from a default judgment, contending that the trial court abused its discretion by ordering sanctions for violation of discovery rules and by excluding evidence, and that the awards of actual and exemplary damages are not supported by sufficient evidence. We affirm.

Generali insured four horses owned by Milsap for $110,000.00. In 1984, and while the policy was in effect, the horses were destroyed by fire. After Generali denied payment, Milsap filed suit, alleging bad faith by Generali. When Generali failed to timely answer discovery requests, Milsap…