Forsman v. Aetna Casualty & Surety Co.

Andersen, A.C.J.

Facts of Case

At issue in this case is the construction of a private insurance policy designated "Workmen's Compensation and Employers' Liability Policy — Voluntary Compensation Endorsement."

Patricia Forsman and her husband commenced this action against Aetna Casualty and Surety Company. It was their claim that Aetna, in having them sign a final receipt and release after receiving some $22,338.99 in benefits under its policy, had defrauded them and that the release was also invalid on the grounds of mutual mistake and lack of consideration.

Aetna's motion for summary judgment on…