Shealey v. Wilder

1. In an action of trover for tlie recovery of tlie value of lumber manufactured from trees cut by tlie defendant from the lands of tlie plaintiffs, if the defendant was a wilful trespasser the plaintiffs may recover the full value of the property at the time of demand or suit brought without deduction for labor or expense. Civil Code (1910), § 4515 (1). If the defendant claims a reduction of the damages by reason of his good faith, the burden is upon him to show the facts necessary to the establishment of such defense. Milltown Lumber Co. v. Carter, 5 Ga. App. 344 (4) (63 S. E. 270).

2. In…