Sec. 887.209. VENUE. An action brought against an association that grows out of or is based on any right of claim or loss or proceeds due, arising from or predicated on any claim for benefits under an insurance certificate issued by the association, may be brought in:
(1) the county where the certificate holder or beneficiary instituting the action resides; or
(2) the county of the principal office of the association.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1419, Sec. 1, eff. June 1, 2003.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 6 - Organization of Insurers and Related Entities
Subtitle E - Mutual and Fraternal Companies and Related Entities
Chapter 887 - Provisions Applicable to Certain Mutual Assessment Companies
Subchapter E. Powers and Duties Relating to Insurance and Coverages
Section 887.201. Limit on Life Insurance
Section 887.202. Stipulated Premium Plan; Deduction of Unpaid Premium Balance
Section 887.203. Issuance of Life Insurance Policy by Certain Associations
Section 887.204. Renewal or Reinstatement of Insurance Certificate
Section 887.205. Life Insurance Certificate Beneficiaries
Section 887.206. Payment of Claim; Proof of Claim
Section 887.207. Exception to Full Payment Requirement: Assessment-as-Needed Associations