Denis v. Woodmen Accident & Life Co.

Arlene Denis sued Woodmen Accident and Life Company to recover benefits afforded in a “Major Medical” policy. The District Court granted summary judgment in favor of Arlene, namely, that Arlene’s pregnancy and the subsequent childbirth were risks covered by Woodmen’s policy, and from such judgment Woodmen appeals. We affirm the District Court’s judgment.

The sole question relates to a construction of language in Woodmen’s policy. Arlene was not married when Woodmen issued the policy on July 16, 1979. While the policy was in force, Arlene became pregnant but was still not married. Although…