Tuttle v. Longnecker

The principal question presented is whether the evidence is sufficient to support the jury’s finding that the damages claimed were caused by the reckless operation of a motor vehicle, within the meaning of section 321.494, Code, 1962, commonly called “the guest statute.” We hold the evidence is sufficient.

The action is at law by the mother as guardian of Jennie Tqttle, 15 when she suffered injury, to recover therefor and, in another count, as only living parent, to recover for hospital and medical expense and loss of earnings during minority, caused by the alleged reckless operation by…