Pierson v. John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance

Appellant, the beneficiary of a policy issued by respondent company (herein severally referred to as respondent) insuring the life of her husband, seeks declaratory relief against respondent and one Gormley to establish her right to the proceeds of the policy. Respondent asserted the policy had lapsed prior to the date of death due to nonpayment of premium. Appellant appeals from a judgment in favor of respondent and Gormley.

Appellant's husband had been insured with respondent prior to application for and issuance of the policy before us.

The facts hereafter outlined are uncontradicted.

Glenn…