Vann v. American Motorists Insurance Co.

David Vann and Lois Vann [the Vanns] appeal from a final order denying their motions for mistrial and a directed verdict. We affirm. Elliot, McKiever & Stowe [EM & S] cross-appeals from an order granting two motions in limine. We dismiss the cross-appeal as moot.

The Vanns, the owners of a family-owned clothing importing company, sued EM & S, their insurance company, for losses arising out of a burglary which occurred at their warehouse. The Vanns claimed $139,950 in losses. After the Vanns filed their claim, EM & S informed them that there was a $10,000 limitation on burglary coverage. The…