Monasmith v. Cosden Oil Co.

This is a personal injury action arising out of an automobile accident. Plaintiff recovered judgment, and defendants have appealed.

Numerous errors are assigned for reversal. They may be properly considered under three general headings: (1) Is the verdict supported by sufficient evidence? (2) Did the court err in refusing to give requested instructions? (3) Is the verdict excessive?

There is evidence tending to prove the following pertinent facts: Defendant Crawford is an employee of his codefendant Cosden Oil Company, and on the night of July 11, 1930, in the conduct of his master’s business,…