Perspective
Nov. 13, 2014
Courts are expanding theories of agency liability
Courts are expanding theories of agent liability. These theories extend to a broader assortment of agents - even lawyers. By William M. Shernoff and Samuel Bruchey
Insurance agent liability most often arises when an agent or broker fails to obtain the insurance coverage a consumer specifically requests. The tortious conduct occurs when the policy is sold. Liability arises because the agent owes an independent duty to "exercise good faith and reasonable skill and diligence." 2 Bernard Witkin, Summary of California Law Insurance Section 20, at 52 (10th ed. 2005).
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