Dailey v. Preferred Masonic Mutual Accident Ass'n of America
Michigan Supreme Court
Error to Wayne. (Brevoort, J.) Assumpsit. Defendant brings error. The facts are stated in the opinion.
1Opinion of the CourtLong, J.
This action is brought upon a benefit and indemnity certificate of $5,000$ issued by the defendant upon the life of Arthur H. Dailey, a conductor on the Michigan Central Railroad, and a brother of the plaintiff, who was named as beneficiary therein. The maximum indemnity in case of injury was $25 per week. The cause was tried before a jury, resulting in a verdict and judgment for plaintiff for the amount of the policy and interest.
The record shows that the deceased made an application for the insurance in writing on January 16, 1891. It was filled out by Mr. McBride, a solicitor for the…
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