Smith v. Smith

The plaintiff, Naomi Jean Smith, brought this action for damages against her husband, Leo L. Smith, under the provisions of the Oregon Guest Statute, ORS 30.110. The complaint alleges that the defendant operated an automobile, in which the plaintiff was a passenger, in a grossly negligent manner and in reckless disregard of the rights of the plaintiff. The defendant filed a general demurrer which was sustained. Plaintiff failed to plead further and the action was dismissed.

The sole question presented on this appeal is whether a wife may sue her husband for damages caused by his gross…