Rutherford v. Government Employees Insurance

Sognier, Judge.

Toxey E. and Mable Rutherford were insureds of Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) prior to the adoption of the *478Georgia Motor Vehicle Accident Reparations Act (“No-Fault” Act, OCGA § 33-34-1 et seq.). Thereafter, they renewed their policy annually, purchasing minimum coverage. In 1981 they were involved in an automobile accident and their claim was timely paid by GEICO up to the limits of the policy. The Rutherfords brought suit against GEICO for optional PIP benefits. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of GEICO and the Rutherfords appeal.

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