Webb v. City of Lubbock

DENTON, Chief Justice.

This suit was brought by C. E. Webb, individually and on behalf of his wife, Julia A. Webb, against the City of Lubbock to recover damages for personal injuries alleged to have been sustained by Mrs. Webb as a result of stepping into a water meter box. The case was submitted to a jury on special isues, and based upon the answers of the jury, the trial court entered judgment in favor of the City and denied plaintiffs any recovery. Plaintiffs have perfected this appeal.

The City of Lubbock owned and operated its water system. In operating and maintaining the water system,…