Jones v. Smith

Swinehart, J.:

This appeal is taken from a garnishment proceeding wherein judgment was rendered against the garnishee insurance company for $50,000 and costs. The garnishee appeals. The principal characters of this case are:(a) Allis M. Jones, appellee, plaintiff, injured party;(b) David J. Smith, defendant, tortfeasor;(c) Western Casualty and Surety Company (Western), garnishee, appellant, insurer;(d) Sandra Sue Keller, girl friend of Smith, daughter of V. E. Keller, co-title owner of vehicle; and(e) V. E. Keller, father of Sandra, co-title owner of vehicle, the insured.

Suit was originally…