Walsh v. Southtown Motors Company
Supreme Court of Missouri
1Opinion of the Court
HOUSER, Commissioner.
Action by Daisy Walsh for damages for personal injuries sustained as a result of having been struck by an automobile while walking across a city street. The automobile, owned by defendant Southtown Motors Company, was being driven by defendant Robert J. Saari. A trial jury returned a verdict for plaintiff against both defendants for $30,000. Both defendants appealed.
Plaintiff submitted her case to the jury on primary negligence — excessive speed. Defendants submitted the defense of contributory negligence in failing to keep a careful lookout.
Troost Avenue in Kansas City…
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