Mexican-style restaurant chain Wahaca has commenced proceedings against its insurer for allegedly failing to pay out for losses incurred when it was forced to temporarily close sites during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Wahaca joins a list of other businesses seeking pay-outs from insurers, including Pizza Express, which recently had its hopes of securing a £260 million pay-out dashed by the U.K. High Court in a judgment which could have far-reaching consequences for U.K. insurers.