Ritch v. Hairston

In order to make out a case against Hudson’s estate, plaintiffs must offer evidence tending to show (1) that the second collision was proximately caused by the negligence of Hudson; and (2) that the second collision proximately caused or contributed to the injuries upon which plaintiffs’ action is based. Riddle v. Artis, 246 N.C. 629, 99 S.E. 2d 857.

The ¡ruling on the motion .for nonsuit does not depend upon the plaintiffs’ testimony even though it be in conflict with other plaintiffs’ witnesses. Russell v. Hamlett, 259 N.C. 273, 130 S.E. 2d 395; Wiggins v. Ponder, 259 N.C. 277, 130 S.E. 2d…