Parson v. Insurance Co. of Texas

Motion for an appeal from a judgment of the Jefferson Circuit Court, Second Division, Honorable J. D. Raine, Special Judge, dismissing appellant’s complaint because it failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted.

Appellant sought a recovery of $1,025 under an automobile insurance policy issued by appellee affording protection against loss or damage resulting from theft. The Crucial question was whether conversion of the automobile by a gratuitous bailee was within the coverage of the policy.

The circuit court correctly granted summary judgment because the policy expressly…