Louise v. E. Hugo Erickson, Inc.

Two actions, consolidated for trial and on appeal, one by the wife for personal injuries, the other by the husband for consequential damages, met with instructed verdicts for defendant. Their motion for new trial was denied, and from that order they appeal.

Plaintiff Louise Mani leased an apartment from defendant under an oral contract from month to month. There was no agreement, warranty, or representation that the landlord was to maintain or repair it. Nor was there any concealed danger known to the landlord and unknown to the tenant. Janitor service was provided, and the janitor had a…