Reinshuttle v. Aetna Life & Casualty Insurance

In 1972 plaintiffs were involved in an automobile accident with an uninsured motorist. They sought recovery from their automobile insurer, and arbitration between the plaintiffs and their insurer ensued. In June of 1975, plaintiffs filed motions in circuit court to confirm the arbitration award of $4,343.24. Plaintiffs also sought an award of interest on the award at 6 percent per annum from the date of the accident. Defendant denied that plaintiffs were entitled to interest on the award. The circuit court issued an order confirming the arbitration award but denying plaintiffs’ motion for the…