National Life & Accident Insurance Co. v. Abbott

Carleton Harris, Chief Justice.

The question presented on this appeal is the construction of certain language appearing in an insurance policy. Pertinent facts are undisputed, and are as follows: On December 12, 1968, A. G. Abbott purchased a life insurance policy from appellant company. The policy provided for the payment of $2,000 upon the death of Abbott and, additional protection of $2,000 (not here in question) making a total of $4,000. For an additional premium, the company agreed to pay Abbott’s beneficiary an additional $4,000 if the insured were killed in a non-vehicle accident, as…