Reid & Sibell Inc. v. Gilmore & Edwards Co.

THE COURT.

This is an action for the value of property lost when a fire, not originated through any act or omission of the defendant, allegedly was caused by its negligence to spread to the premises occupied by a plaintiff.

There are two plaintiffs. Reid and Sibell, Inc. (hereinafter called Reid) was the owner of the goods destroyed. United States Fire Insurance Company (hereinafter called insurer) insured a portion of Reid’s property against loss by fire, paid the value of the property covered, and sues as subrogee for the amount paid. Reid sues for losses not covered by its policy.

Defendant…