First Bank of Cadillac v. Benson

The First Bank of Cadillac commenced this interpleader action against Arnold E. Benson and Violet M. Benson. The bank was allowed to deposit $26,195.82 plus interest with the Wexford County Clerk, leaving the adverse claimants, the appellant and the appellee in this case, to file cross-claims with respect to the bank account.

Andy E. Benson died, leaving a widow, Violet M. Benson, the appellee, and an only son by a prior marriage, Arnold E. Benson, the appellant. In 1971, a general savings account was opened at the bank. The signature card for the account contained the signed name of Andy E.…