Johnson v. Bondurant

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Price, J.:

This case presents a rather novel and unusual question. The action was brought to recover for personal injuries sustained by plaintiff as a result of the alleged negligent operation of defendant’s truck while being used on a construction project. During the pendency of the action defendant, who was covered by a liability policy of insurance, was adjudged a bankrupt and received his discharge.

Involved in the case is the question whether defendant’s discharge in bankruptcy constitutes a complete defense to plaintiff’s action — all as hereafter…