Jensvold v. Minnesota Commercial Men's Assn.

J. M. OLSFN, Justice.

Defendant appeals from an order denying its motion for a new trial. Joined with the motion for a new trial were a motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict and a motion for a reduction of the amount of the verdict to $250.

Defendant is an incorporated mutual association providing accident insurance for its members on the assessment plan. Plaintiff became a member of the association on October 16, 1929, and a certificate of membership constituting the contract between the parties was issued to him on that date. He paid all dues and assessments and remained a member in…