Walker v. Republic Underwriters Insurance

RENNER, District Judge.

This matter comes before the court on defendant’s motion to dismiss and plaintiff’s motion for summary judgment. Mark M. Nolan, Esq. appears for plaintiff and Dean K. Johnson, Esq. appears for defendant. The matter was submitted on briefs without oral argument.

I

INTRODUCTION

Plaintiff Robert C. Walker (Walker) and defendant Republic Underwriters Insurance Company (Republic) are parties to a fire insurance contract covering Walker’s residence at 787 Marshall Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota. On May 18, 1982, Walker’s dwelling was damaged by fire.

The policy contract between…