Safeco Insurance v. Sharma

Opinion

SPENCER, P. J.

Introduction

Kendra P. Sharma (respondent below, hereafter identified as respondent) appeals from a judgment denying his cross-petition to vacate an appraisal award and granting the petition of Safeco Insurance Company of America (herein petitioner) to confirm the award.

Statement of Facts

Respondent purchased a homeowner’s insurance policy from petitioner. The policy was written on the Standard Form Fire Insurance Policy, pursuant to Insurance Code sections 2070 and 2071, and provided coverage for loss resulting from theft.

Respondent’s home was burglarized on November 1,…