Engaged by plaintiff’s counsel in a Texas commercial property dispute involving copper theft at a vacant building, and insurance claim denial. Case required evaluation of the conduct of the retail insurance agent and surplus-lines broker during coverage placement. Analysis focused on insurance agent standard of care, and failure to disclose material vacancy conditions/exclusions. Attorney Bill Barfield, Porter Law Firm (832)566-8118. SSS Fitness LLC v. Ellard, Travis Case No. 202544902 in the United States District Court of Harris County, Texas.
