Overing v. Skrmetta

This was a suit by George T. Overing, Jr., against Marko and Anthony Skrmetta to recover damages for injuries resulting from an assault, alleged to have been made by Anthony Skrmetta while in the scope of his *651duties and about the business of Marko Skrmetta. Self defense by Anthony, and his nonagency as to Marko, were the defenses interposed. There was a verdict for the defendants and the plaintiff appealed.

Overing and Marko Skrmetta, both of Biloxi, were the respective owners of different boats which were for hire to patrons for pleasure and deep-sea fishing. The rivalry between the operators…