Missouri § 375.1000 - Citation — purpose — construction.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 375.1000 — Citation — purpose — construction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 375.1000. Citation — purpose — construction.
1. Sections 375.1000 to 375.1018 may be cited as the "Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act".
2. The purpose of sections 375.1000 to 375.1018 is to set forth standards for the investigation and disposition of claims arising under contracts or certificates of insurance. It is not intended to cover claims involving workers' compensation, fidelity, suretyship or boiler and machinery insurance. Nothing in sections 375.1000 to 375.1018 shall be construed to create or imply a private cause of action for violation of sections 375.1000 to 375.1018.
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(L. 1991 S.B. 53 §§ 1, 2)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 375.1000
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 375.1000 cover?
Section 375.1000 ("Citation — purpose — construction.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Missouri § 375.1000?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 375.1000" (Missouri). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Missouri law?
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How does Missouri § 375.1000 apply to my situation?
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