Abbott v. Western National Indemnity Co.

This is an appeal from a judgment of nonsuit in favor of respondent insurance company. The facts, viewed in the light most favorable to the appellant are as follows: In 1947, appellant purchased a “Comprehensive General Automobile Liability Policy” from the respondent. The policy was endorsed to provide insurance against liability for injuries sustained by any person. The policy specifically excluded any losses “caused intentionally or at the direction of the insured.” On February 15, 1948, appellant and his brother were entertaining another gentleman and three ladies in their apartment at…