(a) The association shall:
(1) investigate a claim brought against the association, the commissioner, or a special deputy receiver appointed under Chapter 443 if the claim involves or may involve the association's rights and obligations under this chapter; and
(2) adjust, compromise, settle, and pay a covered claim to the extent of the association's obligation, and deny all other claims.
(b) The association may review a settlement, release, or judgment to which an impaired title insurance company or agent or its insured was a party to determine the extent to which the settlement, release, or judgment is contested.