Reis v. Becker

Bennie B. Reis picks up and delivers cleaning. On May 24, 1967, Mr. Reis was returning cleaning to the Becker residence. He parked his truck in their driveway and began walking towards the front door when the unexpected occurred—the Beckers’ dog, a Wiemeraner, bit Mr. Reis in the right leg. Reis instituted the present action seeking recovery for the injuries he allegedly sustained. From a jury verdict in favor of plaintiff, the defendants, Mr. and Mrs. Becker, appeal.

The single issue presented on this appeal is simply this: Was the trial court correct in concluding ’and instructing the jury…