Leonard Bros. v. Standifer

LATTIMORE, Justice.'

Appellant was tlie owner of a parking lot which, while conducted across the street from its store, was free for use to the general public, whether patrons of the store or not.

Appellees sued for the value of an automobile parked gratuitously on the lot, which car, as appellees alleged, was stolen from the then exclusive custody of appellant.

The petition alleged gross negligence. When plaintiffs rested, the defendant also rested.

While proof of delivery to the consenting bailee and nonredelivery to the bailor makes out, if not otherwise Qualified, a prima facie case for…