American Express Co. v. Catlin

Epitomized Opinion

Published Only In Ohio Law Abstract

Catlin brought an action for personal injuries against the American Ry. Express Co. for injuries sustained by being kicked by one of the company’s horses. Catlin was employed as a stableman at the time. The plaintiif claimed that thei defendant was negligent in keeping in its possession this horse, which had vicious habits and propensities, of which the defendant had knowledge. No evidence was introduced showing that the horse had such vicious habits, but two witnesses testified to the contrary. A verdict was rendered for the plaintiff.

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