Scott v. Gulf Oil Corporation

Jordan, Presiding Judge.

This is a tort action for personal injuries. The plaintiff, Scott, a customer of the defendant, Gulf Oil Corporation, slipped and fell into the glass in the front door of one of the corporation’s service stations at approximately 1:20 a.m. on February 26, 1966, sustaining personal injuries. He alleges negligence based on the presence of oil, grease, or some slick substance at the entrance. The trial judge sustained a motion for summary judgment for the corporation, from which Scott appeals. Held:

1. The brief of the plaintiff-appellant shows substantial compliance with…