In the Matter of the Arbitration between Sentry Insurance Company, and Simon Amsel

Summary

The Court held that subdivision 2-a of section 167 of the New York Insurance Law does not require insurers to provide uninsured motorist coverage for accidents occurring outside New York State. Accordingly, the motion to stay arbitration was granted and the Appellate Division's order was reversed. The decision relied on a plain‑meaning reading of the statutory phrase "in this state" and prior precedent limiting the statute's reach.