Santa Maria v. Trotto

These two actions were tried together. In the case against John Trotto the plaintiff seeks to recover for personal injuries alleged to have been sustained by reason of the negligent and improper operation of a truck belonging to said John Trotto and operated by his servant, or agent. The case against Frank 0. Trotto is for the same cause, Frank 0. Trotto having been the driver of the truck at the time of the injuries.

The defendant John Trotto was the owner of a sand and gravel pit. On his premises there was a platform five or ■six feet above the ground. Beneath this platform there were three…