Burns v. Elsa Amusement Co.

These actions of trespass on the case for negligence are here on exceptions to the rulings of the superior court sustaining demurrers to the declarations. Plaintiff Elizabeth A. Burns’ action is for personal injuries suffered by her as a result of the alleged negligence of the defendant. Her husband, Henry Burns, is suing for the loss of her services and for medical expenses incurred in treating her injuries. His action being thus dependent upon hers we shall hereinafter discuss the questions raised by defendant’s demurrers as though only the wife’s case was before us.

Plaintiff’s declaration,…