Springer v. Erie Ins. Exch.
Annotate this CaseDavid Springer was sued by J.G. Wentworth Originations, LLC for, inter alia, engaging in false and misleading advertising, defamation, and false light. Springer was insured under an insurance policy issued by Erie Insurance Exchange. The policy contained a provision that excluded personal liability coverage arising out of “business pursuits.” Erie refused to provide Springer with a legal defense in the J.G. Wentworth lawsuit, arguing that the suit was triggered by Springer’s business interests and was thus barred under the “business pursuits” exclusion. The circuit court entered judgment in favor of Erie. The Court of Appeals vacated the judgment of the circuit court, holding that Erie and the trial court should have considered more than the face of the J.G. Wentworth complaint before establishing Springer’s alleged business interests and denying Springer’s claim.
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