Matson v. Kivimaki

Todd, Justice.

Plaintiff Erik Matson, a minor, was bitten by a dog belonging to defendant, Rudolph Kivimaki. Erik and his father, plaintiff Robert Matson, brought this action for damages. The matter was submitted to the jury under instructions which included consideration of Minn. St. 347.22, the so-called “dog-bite statute,” and, alternatively, determination of common-law liability of defendant. The jury returned a general verdict, assessing damages for the injuries sustained by the minor child and allowing recovery of medical expenses to plaintiff Robert Matson. Defendant appeals from an…