Henry v. Hallquist

Thomas Gallagher, Justice.

Action for injuries sustained by plaintiff on April 3, 1945, at about 9 p. m., when defendant’s automobile collided with plaintiff’s car as plaintiff was standing near his car while it was parked on highway No. 169 between Minneapolis and Shakopee.

At the close of the testimony the court granted defendant’s motion for a directed verdict, stating that it was “forced to the conclusion * * that the plaintiff has been guilty of contributory negligence, which bars any recovery on his part.” From an order denying plaintiff’s motion for a new trial, this appeal is taken.

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