Vance v. McCleary

This is an automobile collision case. The accident occurred in Olympia at the intersection of Capitol Way, an arterial highway, and Ninth street. Upon motion of the defendants, a judgment in their favor was entered dismissing the action, notwithstanding a verdict for the plaintiff. The plaintiff has appealed.

It was charged in the complaint that the collision and consequent injuries and damages were caused by the negligent manner in which respondents’ automobile was driven. The respondents denied all allegations of negligence, and affirmatively pleaded contributory negligence on the part of…