Anderson v. Philadelphia Transportation Co.

Opinion by

Wright, J.,

On June 9, 1954, about 9:00 p.m. at the intersection of 41st and Spruce Streets in the City of Philadelphia, a Mercury sedan automobile owned and operated by Juan B. Anderson dropped into a trench which had been excavated by workmen of the Philadelphia Transportation Company for the purpose of replacing rails in the trolley tracks. Anderson instituted a trespass action against the Company for personal injuries and property damage. At the conclusion of the trial the jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff in the amount of $850.00. The defendant filed motions for judgment…