There have been a few recent high-profile defensive shooting cases where USCCA seemed to abandon their clients. Even before their trial. USCCA has been a lifeline for many other people. Consumers should educate themselves between insurance-based memberships like USCCA, where the insurance company ultimately decides (before any verdicts are rendered) if an incident qualifies for coverage, and other products where actual defensive firearms experts make those determinations, or attorneys that guarantee their representation. USCCA is a good-enough fit for most people. Others may want more of a guarantee of legal coverage. Bottom line, we all know that insurance companies hate to pay for anything. Even valid claims. Insurance claims are initially denied as a rule, and sometimes have to be doggedly pursued before the insurance company will pay out. This applies to homeowners, auto, life, and apparently self-defense insurance claims. Eductate yourself and choose wisely.