City of Waco v. Ballard

This suit was brought by Emmie Ballard, joined by her husband, against the city of Waco for personal injuries alleged to have been sustained by her by reason of the negligence of said city in permitting the steps at the west corner of South Third street and Franklin avenue in said city,, leading from the sidewalk down to the street, to-become and remain in a defective condition, causing her to fall and break her arm. In response to special issues, the jury made the following material findings:

“(1) That the steps in question at the time of the injury were narrow, sloping, badly worn, irregular…