Reid v. Spadone Machine Co.

The issue in this action for loss of consortium is whether the wife’s action is barred because her husband’s action has been terminated by a judgment against the same defendant. We hold that the claim is not barred.

Plaintiff’s husband was injured on November 15,1974, while using a machine manufactured by the defendant in the course of his employment by Davidson Rubber Company. He brought suit against the defendant and a trial resulted in a verdict in his favor in the amount of $150,000. After the entry of judgment in that case, plaintiff brought this action for loss of consortium. Defendant…