The fireworks were distributed by Spielbauer Fireworks Co. In both situations, the volunteers claimed that the fireworks exploded prematurely, causing severe burns to both men, according to the opinion. (Credit: Shutterstock.com)
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has affirmed a district court's finding that an insurance company had no duty to defend or indemnify a fireworks distributor for the injuries sustained by two volunteers at a July 4 fireworks display.
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Allison Dunn
Allison Dunn is a reporter on ALM's Rapid Response desk based in Ohio, covering impactful litigation filings and rulings, emerging legal trends, controversies in the industry, and everything in between. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @AllisonDWrites.
