Apthorp v. OneBeacon Insurance Group, LLC

Garsh, E. Susan, J.

This case arises from a theft claim made in 1976 under a homeowner’s insurance policy issued by Northern Assurance Company (“Northern”) to Helen Thompson (“Thompson”). Thompson, who is deceased, sought recovery under her policy for a number of stolen items, including a painting that resurfaced over three decades later. William Apthorp (“Apthorp”), the plaintiff and executor of Thompson’s will, seeks a declaratory judgment that, in his capacity as executor, he is entitled to possession and ownership of the painting upon reimbursing the defendant, OneBeacon Insurance Group,…