Smith v. Laughlin

This action arises out of an automobile collision which occurred on February 2, 1956, about 11:15 p. m., at an uncontrolled street intersection in the city of Seattle. The case was tried before the court, sitting with a jury, which returned a verdict in favor of plaintiff for $710.66. The court granted defendant’s motion for judgment n.o.v. and dismissed the action. Plaintiff appeals.

For brevity, Eugene D. Laughlin will hereinafter be referred to as if he wére the sole respondent.

East Jefferson street intersects Thirtieth avenue at right angles. The paved portion of each street is…