KLEIN, J.
The primary issue we address in this appeal is whether an insurer, when the policy excludes coverage, can be estopped to deny coverage if it negligently investigates a claim before suit is filed, and the insured is prejudiced. The jury found appellant insurer was estopped from denying coverage, but the insurer argues that a verdict should have been directed in its favor. We conclude that estoppel can apply here, but reverse for a new trial because of an...
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