COLON AVILES, DAVID VS MUNICIPIO DE LUQUILLO

Judgment from the Puerto Rico Court of Appeals concerning an appeal in a damages case. The original action was filed against the Municipality of Luquillo and its insurer, Integrand Assurance Company. The lower court ordered the stay and administrative filing of the entire case after the insurer entered rehabilitation/liquidation proceedings. Plaintiffs (Appellants) sought reconsideration, arguing the case should continue against the Municipality. The lower court denied their request, leading to this appeal. The appeal challenges the lower court's decision to file the entire case, asserting jurisdiction remained over the Municipality. Appellants contend the action against the tortfeasor is independent of the action against the insurer. The Court of Appeals reviewed the appeal and the arguments presented. Based on the stated grounds, the Court of Appeals decided to modify the appealed ruling.