Shields v. Neff

Opinion by

Stadteeld, J.,

Plaintiff sued in trespass to recover for personal injuries and property damage sustained by him on November 14, 1938, when his automobile and that of defendant collided at the intersection of 21st and Hamilton Streets, Philadelphia.

Hamilton Street is thirty-four feet wide from curb to curb, and 21st Street is twenty-six feet wide, with a thirteen foot pavement on each street.

The case was tried before the court and a jury, and resulted in a verdict for plaintiff in the sum of $1000. A request for binding instructions in favor of defendant was refused. A motion for…