Frankenmuth Mutual Insurance v. Kompus

This is a consolidated appeal as of right by several insurance companies and individuals pursuant to GCR 1963, 518.2. The appeals arose out of several orders declaring respective duties to defendant Dr. Larry Kompus, the insured, by the insurance companies involved.

During the period from 1973 to 1979, Kompus allegedly engaged in homosexual practices with several of his patients under the guise of therapy. Kompus was convicted of third-degree criminal sexual conduct in connection with these activities. Lawsuits alleging assault, malpractice and other claims were filed against Kompus by five…