American Economy Insurance v. Lyford

— American Economy Insurance Company appeals the trial court’s summary judgment order—which declared that American Economy has a contractual obligation to provide underinsured motorist coverage (UIM) to its insured, Mark Lyford, for a September 22, 1994 accident—contending that Lyford is not entitled to UIM benefits because Lyford failed to give advance written notice to American Economy of a settlement agreement with a tortfeasor that released the tortfeasor from further liability. Lyford requests attorney fees and costs on appeal.

Because American Economy was already fully apprised of…