Riebel v. Prudential Insurance Co. of America

Per Curiam,

On October 11, 1930, Joseph Biebel insured his life in the defendant company, naming his wife, the plaintiff herein and appellant on this appeal, as the beneficiary. The policy provided that “If any premium be not paid when due, as specified herein, this policy shall be void and all premiums forfeited to the Company, except as herein provided.” The annual premium which fell due October 11, 1931, and which was payable within 31 days thereafter, was not paid or tendered within that period, and by reason thereof the policy, according to its terms, became void.

The policy also provided…