Root v. Republic Insurance

This appeal involves the liability of the insurer of residential property to land contract vendors under a fire insurance policy purchased by a vendee which contains a "contract of sale” clause insuring the vendors’ interest.

Plaintiffs sold a house to Michael Lea under a land contract. Lea obtained fire insurance with defendant, Republic Insurance Company. This policy contained a "contract of sale” clause which provided in part:

"A contract for sale of the property described in this policy having been made between the insured and Maritina Root, 26205 Powers Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48024: T.…