Peterson v. Schmude

Schmude was a trucker of hogs and cattle for hire, which operation required a compliance with ch. 194, Stats. That chapter requires by sec. 194.41 (1) the filing with the motor vehicle department of an indemnity bond or policy of insurance which “shall provide that the indemnitor shall be directly liable for and shall pay all damages for injuries to or for the death of persons or for injuries to or destruction of property that may be recovered against the owner or operator of each such motor vehicle by reason of the negligent use or operation thereof . . .” The section provides that such…