Murray v. San Leandro Rock Co.

Plaintiff Margaret Murray sued for damages for alleged personal injuries. Plaintiff Martin Murray sued for damages to his automobile. The jury found for defendants on both counts. On motions for new trial the court denied Margaret’s motion and granted Martin’s motion on the ground of insufficiency of the evidence. Plaintiff Margaret appeals from the judgment entered on the verdict against her. Defendants appeal from the order granting Martin a new trial.

Question's Presented

Margaret’s appeal—sufficiency of the evidence to justify the verdict.

Defendants’ appeal—alleged abuse of discretion in…