Foster v. Harding

BERRY, Justice.

Plaintiff in error brought this action to recover damages for personal injuries allegedly sustained as the result of a fall upon the stairway of a mausoleum owned and operated by defendant in error. The trial court sustained defendant’s demurrer at the close of plaintiff’s evidence, and entered judgment dismissing the action. This appeal involves the propriety of the trial court’s order and judgment.

Plaintiff’s petition charged defendant owed a duty to the invited public to maintain the premises in a safe condition by providing adequate lighting and handrails upon the stairway;…