Germann Ex Rel. Estate of Germann v. New York Life Insurance

Shaw, Judge:

Ivada Germann brought this action for damages against New York Life Insurance Company for alleged refusal to pay benefits due under three insurance policies on the life of her late husband, Frederick G. Germann. The total face amount of the policies is $3100. Mrs. Germann’s complaint stated causes of action for (1) bad faith refusal to pay benefits due under a contract of insurance, (2) outrage, and (3) conversion. She sought $750,000 actual and punitive damages. The circuit court entered summary judgment for New York Life. Mrs. Germann appeals. We affirm.

Although Germann asserts…