Chase v. Southern Pacific Co.

On July 28, 1928, plaintiff and respondent filed complaint for damages for personal injuries against the defendant Southern Pacific Company. On November 16, 1928, defendant having theretofore answered, the Pacific Indemnity Company, appellant herein, filed an application in the action for a lien against any judgment, which respondent might recover, for sums already paid and expended and to be paid. and expended by appellant to and for the benefit of respondent, pursuant to provisions of section 26 of the “Workmen’s Compensation, Insurance and Safety Act”. Respondent at the time of his injury…