Jurisdiction over Insurers

Question 1

3 bases for jurisdiction over an insurer

Answer 1

1) The insurer is an LA corporation
2) Foreign or alien insurer authorized to do business in LA
3) Engages in any activity in LA that subjects it to long-arm jurisdiction

Question 2

Direct Action Statute

Answer 2

allows the victim to bring a direct action against the insurer without having a prior judgment against the insured