Norman v. Modern Brotherhood of America
Supreme Court of Iowa
Appeal from Linn District Court. — Hon. Mido P. Smith, Judge. Action at law upon a certificate of life insurance. Verdict and judgment for plaintiff, and defendant appeals,
1Opinion of the CourtWeaver, J.
The defendant is a corporation engaged in the business of life insurance upon what is known as tbe fraternal or assessment plan. On or about November 22, 1897, David W. Van Norman became a member of tbe organization and received therefrom a certificate entitling bis wife, Annie Van Norman, to the sum of $2,000 upon bis death, subject to certain expressed conditions. Said Van Norman maintained bis membership in good standing, paying all dues, assessments, and charges against him until about January 1, 1905, when be died from tbe effects of a gunshot wound. On proper proofs of bis death being…
2Cases cited9 opinions
- Asbach v. Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railway Co.Supreme Court of Iowa · 1888
- Stephenson v. Bankers Life Ass'n of Des MoinesSupreme Court of Iowa · 1899
- Tackman v. Brotherhood of American YeomanSupreme Court of Iowa · 1906
- Fitch v. Mason City & Clear Lake Traction Co.Supreme Court of Iowa · 1904
- Lamb v. City of Cedar RapidsSupreme Court of Iowa · 1899
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- State v. MassickSupreme Court of Iowa · 1994
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