Whisnant v. Whisnant

One of the controlling questions involved in this case is whether or not the defendant owed the plaintiff the duty to exercise ordinary care.

The status of an invited guest is determined by the intent and purpose of the host at the time of the invitation. In this case it is sought to prove, as it was alleged, that the plaintiff was invited on the trip for the purpose of rendering substantial assistance to the defendant and her husband. There is no evidence to support such a conclusion. The defendant testified positively that such was not the purpose of the invitation. The plaintiff “asked” to…