CAS Exam 6C Spring 2015, Question 10
Study guide: Exam 6C
The doctrine of joint and several liability plays an important role in property and casualty insurance.
Part a (0.5 points)
Explain this doctrine.
Part b (1 point)
Briefly describe an advantage or disadvantage of this doctrine from the perspectives of:
- i. Defendant
- ii. Plaintiff
- iii. Insurers
- iv. Trial Lawyers
Part c (0.5 points)
Briefly describe two proposed modifications to this doctrine.
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