Broderson v. Farthing

CLARK, Judge.

This is an action which arose out of the death of appellant’s son, John Broderson, in an automobile collision. The sole issue on appeal is whether the trial court erred when it ruled to exclude evidence that respondent, Nancy Farthing, had consumed alcoholic beverages prior to the accident. We conclude the trial court correctly precluded appellant from presenting that evidence and therefore affirm the judgment.

Certain general principles applicable to the issue presented need first be recounted to supply the background for a statement of the facts.

In Missouri, it has generally…