Garrett v. . Garrett

It is a generally accepted rule that where two or more persons unite or intentionally act in concert in committing a wrongful act, or participate therein with common intent, they are jointly and severally liable for the resulting injuries. S. v. DeHerrodora, 192 N. C., 749, 136 S. E., 6; Williams v. Lumber Co., 176 N. C., 174, 96 S. E., 950; Trust Co. v. Peirce, 195 N. C., 717, 143 S. E., 524, and cases cited; Moses v. Morganton, 192 N. C., 102, 133 S. E., 421. See also 52 A. J., 448-50 and notes where copious authorities are cited.

“Where there is a common intent to assault and beat, or where…