Stottlemyer v. Groh

This appeal brings up for review an order for judgment n.o.v. which set aside verdicts of the jury in favor of the appellants, Mr. and Mrs. Stottlemyer, for personal injuries sustained by Mrs. Stottlemyer. The sole question before us is whether there was sufficient evidence to justify submission to the jury of the question of the appellee’s negligence.

Having purchased a lot located at the northwest corner of Mulberry and Baltimore Streets in Hagerstown improved by five three-story brick dwellings facing Mulberry Street, the appellee proceeded to remodel the buildings. One of the changes which…