Markham v. Scott

Storey, J.:

This is a tort action based on the alleged wrongful death of Gloria Jean Griffin. Plaintiff is the administratrix of her estate. Defendant is the administrator of the estate of his deceased son, who also met his demise when the automobile he was driving struck the vehicle in which plaintiff’s decedent was a passenger.

The plaintiff filed a complaint for wrongful death against the defendant administrator alleging negligence on the part of his decedent. This matter is presently before the Court on the following preliminary issues:

1. Motion by the plaintiff to strike the defense, set…