Barwick v. General American Life Insurance

McMurray, Chief Judge.

In 1977, defendant issued a group policy of insurance to a law firm. At that time, Barwick was a partner in the law firm and became an insured under the terms of the policy.

Among other coverages, the policy provided life insurance on Barwick in the amount of $50,000. Under the terms of the policy, the amount of life insurance coverage was reduced by one-half when a person reached the age of 65.

Barwick attained the age of 65 on March 19, 1980, but the monthly billings made to the law firm by defendant (which showed Barwick’s correct birthdate) continued to show Barwick’s…