Young v. Aro Corp.

Opinion

KAUS, P. J.

Wrongful death. After a judgment in favor of defendant, Aro Corporation, plaintiff Janetta Young as administratrix of the estate of Carl C. Young, appeals.

Facts

On September 9, 1964, Carl Young, plaintiff’s decedent, was employed by U.S. Filter Company as a welder. On that day he received a serious injury while using a portable grinder manufactured, sold and later repaired and serviced by defendant Aro Corporation (“Aro”). A high speed abrasive wheel attached to the grinder disintegrated. Young died from the effects of the injuries a few weeks later.

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