S.D. Codified Laws § 34A-13-8.4
Current through the 2024 Legislative Session
In addition to the amounts set forth in this chapter, the department shall provide the defense of third-party claims and all costs related thereto for claims of covered parties arising under this chapter, including attorneys' fees. However, the department may not provide the defense of third-party claims and costs relating thereto, including attorneys' fees, if the coverage limit under this section is exhausted by judgments, settlements, or corrective action costs prior to the commencement of a civil action by the third-party claimant against the covered party.
SDCL 34A-13-8.4