National Ass'n for the Advancement of Colored People v. Eure

On this appeal we have for decision solely a question of procedure. The defendant may demur to a complaint when it appears on the face thereof two or more causes of action have been improperly united. G.S. 1-127.

Joinder of two or more several causes of action in the same complaint must meet the requirements of G.S. 1-123.

Plaintiff contends the present joinder is authorized by the provisions of G.S. 1-123, because that statute provides that “plaintiff may unite in the same complaint several causes of action, of legal or equitable nature, or both, where they all arise out of — 1. The same…