Levy v. Minnesota Life Insurance

EVANS, Circuit Judge.

In this insurance dispute, the plaintiff, Dr. Lawrence B. Levy, and the defendant, Minnesota Life Insurance Company (MLI), agree that Levy suffers from osteoarthritis in his right knee, which prevents him from performing his occupational duties and qualifies him for disability coverage under two policies issued by MLI. The parties, disagree, however, on which provision of the policies applies, which, in turn, affects the duration of coverage. Levy claims that he qualifies for coverage under the “injury” provision, which entitles him to lifetime disability benefits. MLI,…