AMCO Insurance Co. v. Rossman

The question in the present case is whether the plaintiff, Steve Rossman, was a “resident” of his sister’s home for purposes of coverage by the defendant, AMCO Insurance Company, for damage to personal property caused by fire at the home. Rossman argues that he was a “resident” within the terms of the insurance policy, while AMCO contends he was not. We find that Rossman did not qualify as a “resident” for purposes of insurance coverage, and we affirm the judgment of the district court.

AMCO Insurance Company issued a homeowner’s insurance policy to Steven and Marie Atkinson. The policy period…