Johnson v. Willoughby

Appellee Willoughby instituted this suit to recover damages suffered as a result of being struck by a motor truck owned by appellant Johnson. The State of Texas and its Highway Department intervened, seeking reimbursement for workmen's compensation benefits paid by reason of Willoughby being an employee of the Highway Department. Upon a verdict of the jury judgment was rendered in favor of Willoughby for $2,510.95, and in favor of the State of Texas for $989.05. Johnson has appealed.

Article 6674s, Vernon's Ann.Civ.Tex.St., provides for a plan of workmen's compensation insurance for employees…