Ilins v. Burns

This action was brought to recover for personal injuries arising out of an automobile accident. Plaintiff passenger sued, alleging that defendant driver was guilty of negligence. The jury returned a verdict in favor of defendants.

The sole issue on appeal relates to defense counsel’s questioning of defendant driver and the investigating police officer. The defendant was questioned as follows:

“Q. Were you issued a violation ticket for that accident?

“Mr. Harrigan: I would object, your Honor. That calls for a conclusion of some third person.

“The Court: She can answer the question. Proceed.

“Q. Did…