American Insurance Co. v. Horton

STEWART, Judge.

American Insurance Company, Liverpool & London & Globe Insurance Company, and Providence Washington Insurance Company each appeals from a judgment dismissing its complaint against A1 Horton, doing business as Horton Fruit Company. A total of $102,763.56 was sought. The cases were considered together and summary judgment in favor of Horton was granted in each case. Appellants contend, among other things, that the proof offered by them creates an inference of negligence sufficient to entitle them to judgment.

On May 12, 1960, there was an explosion on the premises owned by the…