Richardson v. Holland

MAUS, Judge.

In this action the plaintiff alleges he was intentionally shot by defendant Holland with a F.I.E. Derringer, Model D, .38 caliber handgun. Three counts of his petition seek recovery upon the basis of strict liability against F.I.E. Corporation (F.I.E.) as the manufacturer of that handgun. A fourth count against F.I.E. is based upon the allegation of negligent distribution. Other counts are against Holland and the motel at which he was shot.

Upon an appropriate motion, the trial court dismissed the four counts against the manufacturer. The order of dismissal was designated final.…