City of Cle Elum v. Yeaman

The appellants were contractors engaged in the erection of a building in the city of Cle Elum during the year 1924. During the course of the erection of the building, a water pipe was carried from the lot line across the sidewalk, and one Dorothy Mitchell, while walking along the sidewalk, fell over this water pipe, was injured, brought suit against the city, and recovery was had. The present action was begun by the city against the contractors to recover the amount of the judgment together with costs. From a judgment in favor of the city, this appeal is prosecuted.

Appellants urge two grounds…