Lapidus v. Government Employees Insurance

Plaintiff moves for summary judgment. A review of the facts is necessary to arrive at a decision.

The plaintiff purchased a new 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle automobile on April 18, 1967, and defendant issued a policy of insurance for said automobile effective April 18, 1967 and expiring April 18, 1968. The policy, inter alia, insured plaintiff against loss by “ theft or larceny ”.

Thereafter, but prior to October 27, 1967, plaintiff noticed a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette parked near his place of employment. That car contained a sign which read: “4 Sale,” and listed a telephone number to call. At that…