Williams v. United Insurance Co. of America

DIXON, Judge.

These are cross appeals arising from court-tried litigation involving a disability policy. Plaintiff received a verdict on his petition for benefits under the policy but was denied relief on claims for vexatious refusal to pay and attorney fees.

Defendant, United Insurance Company of America, appeals the judgment in favor of plaintiff, asserting the defense of reformation of the policy should have been sustained.

Plaintiff cross appeals, contending the trial court should have allowed damages for vexatious refusal to pay and attorney fees.

The case was submitted to the trial court on…