Legal Opinion
Hanks v. Nelson
Court of Appeals of Washington
Decided June 6, 1983No. 9411-4-IPublishedCited by 2 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
Durham, A.C.J.
Eugene R. Hanks appeals an order of summary judgment dismissing his action against Rama Tripp's estate for personal injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
On March 4, 1978, Hanks was injured when a car, driven by Tripp, collided with Hanks' truck. Farmers Insurance Group (Farmers) insured both individuals. Initially, however, it appeared that Farmers had canceled Tripp's coverage. Hanks began negotiations with Farmers under his own coverage.
On May 10, 1978, Tripp died. The appointed personal representative published a notice to creditors in the West Seattle Herald…
2Cases cited5 opinions
- Gross v. City of LynnwoodWashington Supreme Court · 1978
- Davis v. ShepardWashington Supreme Court · 1925
- State v. DavisWashington Supreme Court · 1952
- State Ex Rel. Patchett v. SUP. CT. FOR FRANKLIN CTY.Washington Supreme Court · 1962
- Turner v. Estate of Lo Shee PangCourt of Appeals of Washington · 1981
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