Notice to insurer timely, despite three-year delay – Defense Verdict 
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Published: January 4, 2010
Tags: Fauquier County Circuit Court, Insurance, Judge Jeffrey W. Parker
A dog owned by defendant Christopher Frederick bit a visitor to the house where he lived with his parents. The alleged victim did not sue until two years later, and she did not serve the suit until just over 11 months after that.
The insureds notified their homeowners’ carrier, State Farm, immediately after they were served ...
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