Yellow Cab Co. of District of Columbia v. Sutton

This action grew out of a collision between two taxicabs at the intersection of 16th and Q Streets, Northwest. The accident occurred early in the morning when the traffic lights were not in operation. The owner of each vehicle brought suit against the other; and the trial court found both drivers guilty of contributory negligence and denied recovery to both plaintiffs. One plaintiff appealed.

The driver of each cab saw the other vehicle prior to entering the intersection and there was the usual dispute in testimony as to time, distance and speed. Each driver claimed the right of way, one…