Abent v. Michigan Cab Co.

Plaintiff, in alighting from the rear doorway of a taxicab, placed one foot on the running board and, to steady himself, took hold of the standard to which the opened front door was hinged, with the finger tips of his right hand in the door jamb or crack and, when the driver closed the door, his finger tips were pinched and injured.

This suit was brought to recover damages and upon trial by jury plaintiff had verdict and judgment thereon. The motions of defendants for a directed verdict and judgment non obstante veredicto were denied. Upon review only one error need be considered.

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