Duntreath Farm, Inc. v. Ritchie

MONTGOMERY, Judge.

Mary Ritchie and her husband recovered judgment against Duntreath Farm, Inc., and John Beaton in the sum of $11,003.18 for damages resulting from an auto collision. The verdict was based on a last clear chance instruction. The sole question on appeal is whether the evidence justified the giving of such an instruction.

Mary Ritchie, accompanied by Mrs. H. C. Ewell, stopped her car at Dailey’s Market on Fourth Street in Lexington. Mrs. Ewell remained in the car while Mrs. Ritchie went into the market. The parking lights were on and the emergency or hand brake was set. It was…