Peanut Wagon, Inc. et al. v. Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty et al.

Year: 2022
Court: Court of Appeal of the State of California First Appellate District, Division V
Case Number: A163136

In its amicus curiae brief, UP supports coverage for an insured’s business interruption losses related to the SARS-CoV-2 virus and COVID-19 under a “Civil Authority” insuring agreement. UP argues that decades of case law demonstrate what the insurance industry and policyholders have long known: that policies that provide coverage for “direct physical loss or damage to property” are triggered by a broad range of perils including carbon monoxide, odors, and viruses such as the one that causes COVID-19.

David Goodwin, Rani Gupta, Thomas Martecchini, and Richad Lee of Covington and Burling, LLP

 

The information presented in this publication is for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for legal advice. If you have a specific legal issue or problem, United Policyholders recommends that you consult with an attorney. Guidance on hiring professional help can be found in the “Find Help” section of www.uphelp.org. United Policyholders does not sell insurance or certify, endorse or warrant any of the insurance products, vendors, or professionals identified on our website.

Source: https://uphelp.org/amicus-briefs/peanut-wagon-inc-et-al-v-allianz-global-corporate-specialty-et-al/
Date: April 24, 2024