General American Life Insurance Co. v. Fisher

HENDRY, Judge.

This consolidated appeal arises out of a coverage dispute between the plaintiff, Eddie Fisher, and the defendant, General American Life Insurance Company. The trial court heard cross-motions for summary judgment, granting plaintiff's motion for summary judgment and denying defendant’s motion. We affirm.

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