Wolverine Insurance v. Klomparens

Plaintiff, as assignee of John J. Lanting, had judgment on trial before the court without a jury.

Mr. Lanting had an automobile collision insurance policy issued by plaintiff. The policy contained the usual subrogation clause. As a result of a collision between his car and a vehicle negligently operated by defendants, Mr. Lanting sustained both personal and property damages. In negotiations and adjustment arising out of the collision, defendants were represented by their own insurer and both insurance companies were represented by attorneys and their agents.

The collision occurred February 12,…