Republic National Life Insurance Company v. Beard

BARROW, Justice.

Appellee, Beverly B. Beard, brought this suit as beneficiary to recover from appellant, Republic National Life Insurance Company, for accidental death benefits due under a group insurance policy issued by appellant to Star Engraving Company. The insured, Neal B. Beard, was an employee of Star Engraving Company and was issued a certificate of insurance under the group policy. After a non-jury trial, judgment was entered for appellee whereby she recovered the sum of $30,000, on the policy, together with the statutory penalty and attorneys’ fees. Findings of fact and conclusions…