Thompson v. Occidental Life Insurance

Opinion

BURKE, J.

We are asked to decide whether, under the particular facts of this case, a contract of life insurance existed between plaintiff’s deceased spouse and defendant insurance company, and if so, whether decedent’s alleged misrepresentations regarding the state of his health and past medical history rendered that contract void and unenforceable. The trial court, aided by an advisory jury, found in plaintiff’s favor and awarded her $200,000, plus interest. Defendant appeals. We have concluded that the judgment should be affirmed.

Donald L. Thompson, husband of plaintiff Ruth M.…