What do you need to know about the reservation of rights and an insurers duty to defend? There is an important legal fact that most California and San Diego insurance policy holders simply aren’t aware of: Your insurance company’s first legal obligation is to their own policy, not you. Attorneys...
Effective San Diego Cumis Counsel for Insurance Defense
Are you searching for effective San Diego cumis counsel for insurance defense or other representation in a lawsuit? What is a cumis counsel and how can the Watkins Firm protect your interests and save you a substantial amount of money? California law provides additional protection for those who carry insurance...
Cumis Counsel When a Reservation of Rights Letter is Issued
Why might an insurance policy holder need a Cumis Counsel when a Reservation of Rights letter is issued by their insurance company? What is a Cumis Counsel under California law? California insurance law establishes the right for any policy holder with liability insurance coverage to obtain their own independent counsel...
How Do I Find a Cumis Counsel in San Diego
How do I find a cumis counsel in San Diego and what is a “Reservation of Rights” letter? A “cumis counsel” is basically an independent counsel who represents you, personally. Why is this necessary? Most people who purchase insurance expect their insurance company to pay for any rightful claims associated...
What Should I Look for in a San Diego Cumis Counsel
What should I look for in a San Diego Cumis Counsel and how do I demand one from my insurance company? California’s cumis counsel law was established to protect the interests of Californians against insurance companies and the attorneys who represent them. California has taken a leadership role in protecting...
Cumis Counsel for San Diego Insurance Lawsuits
If you are a defendant in an insurance related lawsuit you may be entitled to your own independent attorney. The Watkins Firm has served as cumis counsel for San Diego insurance lawsuits for decades. Our extensive and successful track record at trial is the reason you should select the Watkins...
Cumis Counsel in an Insurance Lawsuit
If you are a defendant in an insurance related lawsuit there are a few important things you need to know up front. The lawyers for the insurance company do not represent you, they represent the insurance policy itself. California has established your right to your own independent attorney known as...
Defendants in an Insurance Lawsuit Often Qualify for Cumis Counsel
Have you been sued in a lawsuit related to an insurance policy? Are you the defendant or a named party to the lawsuit? Defendants in an insurance lawsuit often qualify for Cumis Counsel under California law. A Cumis Counsel is your own independent counsel, separate from the team of attorneys representing...
What is Cumis Counsel in San Diego
If you are named as a defendant in a lawsuit associated with an insurance policy you need to be aware of your rights under California law. What is Cumis Counsel in San Diego and why is that important to policy holders facing a lawsuit? Cumis Counsel is your own independent attorney,...