Section 2.30 Insurance Coverage

• Library: Tort Law 2016

One of the primary practical considerations when bringing a civil assault or battery claim is whether the defendant has insurance coverage for the claims. Counsel should carefully examine applicable insurance policy language to determine whether coverage is afforded for these causes of action. For many business policies, there will be specific coverage for claims arising out of employees’ acts such as false arrest, assault, or battery. Other policies may carry specific endorsements covering damages arising...