Opinion ID: 2755041
Heading Depth: 3
Heading Rank: 3

Heading: Liability for damages, costs and fees

Text: In its final issue on appeal, Dish argues that, “[a]s a direct result of the Primary Insurers’ wrongful denial of a defense, [it] was forced to defend itself simultaneously against the claims asserted in the [RAKTL action] and to 38 prosecute this insurance coverage action.” Aplt. Br. at 55. “Under Colorado law,” Dish argues, it “is entitled to an award of general and consequential damages, including the costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in both actions.” Id. These arguments can be disposed of quickly. Because the district court correctly concluded that none of the Insurers were obligated to defend Dish in the RAKTL action, Dish is not entitled to damages, costs or fees incurred in defense of the RAKTL action or in the pursuit of its insurance coverage claims.