Mundy v. Cincinnati Insurance Co.

Marshall, Judge.

Appellant Mundy appeals the jury verdict and judgment for damages and exemplary damages entered against him and in favor of appellee Francis. Mundy also attacks the verdict and judgment entered against Francis in favor of appellee Cincinnati Insurance Company.

The facts reflect that Francis’ uncle, one Bankross, died intestate in October, 1970. Mundy owned and operated a funeral home. Mundy’s son offered the services of the business to Francis. In an effort to determine whether Bankross had sufficient assets in his estate to pay for the funeral, Mundy suggested that Francis…