Tillinghast v. Reed

This case is before us upon a certification in accordance with general laws 1938, chapter 545, §6. The question of law presented was raised in an action, brought under G. L. 1938, chap. 477, to recover damages for the death of plaintiff's son because of the wrongful act of another.

The amended declaration is in one count and alleges, in substance, that plaintiff is the mother and sole heir and next of kin of Guy A. Tillinghast, who died April 18, 1941 as the result of injuries caused by the negligence of the defendant; that she brought her action in trespass by virtue of G. L. 1938, chap. 477;…