Stewart v. Reynolds

Sally Stewart (Plaintiff) sued Jack and Wanda Reynolds (“Reynolds”) and the City of Reeds Spring (“City”) for damages for injuries sustained when she fell after leaving Reynolds’ store in Reeds Spring, Missouri. After Plaintiff presented her case and rested, the court directed a verdict favorable to Reynolds, but denied City’s motion for a directed verdict. Ultimately, the jury found for Plaintiff and against City. The court entered judgment on the jury’s verdict, and City appealed. In urging reversal, City claims:(1) the trial court erred by directing a verdict for Reynolds and against…