Brooks v. Winkles
Supreme Court of Georgia
Action foi breach of warranty. Before Judge Edwards. Haralson superior court. January 18, 1912.
1Opinion of the CourtEish, C. J.
1. In an action on a general warranty of title to land against the claims of all persons, an eviction or equivalent disturbance by an outstanding paramount title must be shown, to entitle the plaintiff to recover. Darley v. Mallary, 136 Ga. 345 (71 S. E. 471).
2. If in such a case the plaintiff relies upon ouster in consequence of legal proceedings, it must appear that the warrantor had notice thereof and an opportunity to defend. Civil Code, § 4197. See Clements v. Collins, 59 Ga. 124; Haines v. Fort, 93 Ga. 25, 28 (18 S. E. 994).
3. The defendant in execution is not a party to a statutory…
2Cases cited6 opinions
- Clements v. CollinsSupreme Court of Georgia · 1877
- Central Bank v. Georgia Grocery Co.Supreme Court of Georgia · 1904
- Haines v. FortSupreme Court of Georgia · 1893
- Cooper v. YearwoodSupreme Court of Georgia · 1903
- Anderson v. WilsonSupreme Court of Georgia · 1872
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