No Evidence That Homeowners Insurer’s Investigation Was Unreasonable, Judge Says

(November 6, 2023, 8:19 AM EST) -- HOUSTON — A breach of contract claim against a homeowners insurer can proceed in a dispute over coverage for storm-related damages; however, a claim for violations of the Texas Insurance Code cannot proceed because the insured failed to show that the insurer’s investigation was unreasonable or that the insurer acted in bad faith in handling her claim, a Texas federal judge said in partially granting the insurer’s motion for summary judgment....