§ 23-96-112 - Insolvent insurers. - Arkansas Statutes

23-96-112. Insolvent insurers.

A. If a member insurer is an insolvent insurer, the Association shall, in its discretion, either:

(1) (a) Guarantee, assume, or reinsure, or cause to be guaranteed, assumed, or reinsured, the policies or contracts of the insolvent insurer; or

(b) Assure payment of the contractual obligations of the insolvent insurer; and

(c) Provide such moneys, pledges, loans, notes, guarantees, or other means as are reasonably necessary to discharge such duties; or

(2) Provide benefits and coverages in accordance with 23-96-113.

B. All proceedings in which the insolvent insurer is a party in any court in this state shall be stayed sixty (60) days from the date an order of liquidation, rehabilitation, or conservation is final to permit proper legal action by the Association on any matters germane to its powers or duties. As to judgment under any decision, order, verdict, or finding based on default, the Association may apply to have such judgment set aside by the same court that made such judgment and shall be permitted to defend against such suit on the merits.