Standard Auto Insurance v. Neal

Opinion op the Court by

Judge Clay

— Reversing.

On December 2, 1920, the Standard Anto Insurance Association issued.to Larry E. Neal a policy insuring his automobile against loss or damage by fire, theft, etc., in the sum of $800.00. On December 6, 1920, the machine was destroyed by fire, and the company having declined to pay the loss, this action was brought to recover on the policy. Prom a verdict and judgment in favor of Neal for $800.00 the company appeals.

Appellant defended on the ground that in his ap~ -plication for the insurance Neal falsely stated that the purchase price of the…