stating that an insurer that is obligated to defend a negligence claim is also required to defend a gainst intentional tort claims
Summary of this case from Lincoln Elec. Co. v. St. Paul Fire and Marine Ins.88-4075.
August 29, 1989.
S.D.OHIO, 720 F.SUPP. 1310.
AFFIRMED
stating that an insurer that is obligated to defend a negligence claim is also required to defend a gainst intentional tort claims
Summary of this case from Lincoln Elec. Co. v. St. Paul Fire and Marine Ins.Full title:STATE FARM FIRE AND CAS. CO. v. HIERMER
Court:United States Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Date published: Aug 29, 1989
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