Life Casualty Ins. Co. of Tennessee v. McCrae

On November 23,1935, James McCrea, Jr., about 16 years of age, made application to the appellant for insurance, and thereafter the appellant issued a policy for $500, bearing, date, December 2, 1935. The insured died on January 12, 1936. Proof of death was made, and James D.' McCrea, Sr., the beneficiary in the policy, requested payment, and the appellant denied liability.

On March 19, 1936, this action was instituted by the appellee for judgment for $500,12 per cent, damages, and a reasonable attorney’s fee. Appellant answered, denying that the policy was in force and effect at the time of…