Reinsurers Seek To Dismiss Breach Of Contract Case Over Asbestos Claims

Mealey's (May 17, 2018, 2:21 PM EDT) -- BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Two reinsurers on May 4 moved to dismiss a breach of contract lawsuit arising out of the settlement of asbestos claims because a Connecticut federal court lacks personal jurisdiction as the contracts were formed and performed outside of the state (Travelers Casualty and Surety Co. v. Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co., et al., No. 18-00088, D. Conn.)....