Young widower pushes for change in Mass. life insurance law

"If only every decision were as easy as choosing the right life insurance," reads the brochure's headline.

Some in the insurance industry were initially concerned that the proposed legislation would preclude companies from denying claims when they suspect fraud. But the industry now supports the measure.

"We believe the bill strikes a reasonable balance, enabling consumers to challenge claims decisions while preserving insurers' ability to protect against fraud and misrepresentation," said Andrew Calamare, president of the Life Insurance Association of Massachusetts.

John Crowley, now 34, testified before the state legislature about the proposed law.

"I feel like I have a moral obligation to prevent this from happening to anyone else," he said.