Insolvency Date 8/01/2006 in the state of Texas. Bar Date 11/30/2007
The Special Deputy Receiver of Texas has the Proof of Claim form for Vesta/Shelby claims. Their web location is: http://www.sdrtx.com. If you are not able to obtain a POC from them, TIGA will fax you a copy of the Vesta/Shelby Proof of Claim. Vesta/Shelby will not accept any POC after the bar date of 11/30/2007.
On August 1, 2006, the District Court in Travis County Texas declared the Vesta Fire Insurance Corporation insolvent and ordered it liquidated. This finding triggers the Tennessee Insurance Guaranty Association (“TIGA”) for the following Tennessee admitted companies: Vesta Fire Insurance Corporation, Shelby Casualty Insurance Company, The Shelby Insurance Company Property & Casualty claims for Tennessee policyholders and claimants will be handled by Berkley Risk Administrators. A Tennessee claim HOTLINE has been established to assist Tennessee residents until the actual claim files arrive. If you have a current pending claim with either of the listed companies, you are encouraged to call 1-866-902-2950. If you prefer to contact Berkley Risk Administrators by e-mail, that address is BRACTN@berkleyrisk.com.
Unearned Premium Claims: See “Claimants” page for TIGA Proof of Claim form.