Argonaut Insurance v. Ketchen, Fireman's Fund Insurance

The plaintiff, Argonaut Insurance Company, issued a policy of liability insurance to Idaho Lease and Rental Company. Bethel Reed secured a judgment against Idaho Lease and Rental and its employee, the defendant Ketchen, for injuries received in an automobile accident. Mrs. Reed was a passenger in Ket-chen’s automobile while he was negligently operating it within the scope of his employment. Plaintiff paid the Heed judgment and, as subrogee of Idaho’s rights, instituted this action against Idaho’s employee for reimbursement. Plaintiff secured a judgment against defendant. Defendant had a…