California Probate Code Section 553

CA Prob Code § 553 (2017)  

The insurer may deny or otherwise contest its liability in an action under this chapter or by an independent action. Unless the personal representative is joined as a party, a judgment in the action under this chapter or in the independent action does not adjudicate rights by or against the estate.

(Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.)

Last modified: October 25, 2018