Willis v. United Equitable Ins. Co.

2017 IL App (1st) 162308 (Ill. App., 2017)

Words & Phrases

Uninsured Motorist Coverage: Arbitration

Trial Judge

Sophia H. Hall

Appellate Judge

Harris

Holding

UIM coverage not owed where insured failed to make unequivocal demand for arbitration within two years of the accident.

Fact Summary

Insured’s letters stated, “[w]e hereby make demand for arbitration if this claim is not resolved within two years after the accident” which was only a contingent demand and did not commence arbitration.

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