Rhode Island Federal Judge Says Bifurcation Of Bad Faith Claims Is Appropriate

(September 29, 2023, 9:23 AM EDT) -- PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Rhode Island federal judge granted a homeowners insurer’s motion to bifurcate bad faith claims from a breach of contract claim alleged against the insurer by an insured seeking coverage for water damages after determining that the case will benefit if the bad faith claims are bifurcated....