Patterson v. Krogh
Washington Supreme Court
1Opinion of the CourtDonworth, J.
Respondent brought this action to recover damages for personal injuries sustained as a result of an automobile accident. The trial court instructed the jury that respondent was guilty of contributory negligence as a matter of law, but submitted the case for their determination under both phases of the “last clear chance” doctrine. The jury returned a verdict adverse to appellant, and after the court’s denial of his motion for judgment n.o.v. or, in the alternative, for a new trial, he has appealed from the judgment entered on the verdict.
The testimony of the principal witnesses regarding the…
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- Leftridge v. City of SeattleWashington Supreme Court · 1924
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- Gabrielsen v. City of SeattleWashington Supreme Court · 1928
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