Aetna Life Insurance v. Wadsworth

Joan Carol Wadsworth appeals a summary judgment rendered in favor of Sharon Ann Wads-worth, alleging the trial judge erred in awarding the proceeds of a group life insurance policy on the life of Lawrence Kirby Wadsworth to his widow rather than to her, his ex-wife and named beneficiary.

Joan Wadsworth (Joan) and the decedent, Lawrence Wadsworth, were divorced August 3, 1978 in King County, Washington. The dissolution decree dissolving the marriage incorporated a separation contract in which Joan conveyed to Lawrence as his sole and separate property, free and clear of any right, title or…