Law360, New York (August 18, 2011, 7:49 PM ET) -- A Rhode Island federal judge on Tuesday granted Providence Washington Insurance Co.'s bid to toss a dispute over its duty to defend New England Container Co. against claims that it damaged a Superfund site, saying Providence's coverage of the company did not overlap with the period of the alleged damage.
U.S. District Judge William E. Smith denied a motion for summary judgment from Travelers Casualty and Surety Co., which sought to compel Providence to contribute to NECC's defense.
Both insurers held policies for the container company,...
Providence Not Liable In Superfund Damage Fight
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