Walker Ex Rel. Walker v. Burkham

OPINION

By the Court,

Taber, C. J.:

In December 1944 a tort action was commenced' in the Second judicial district court, Washoe County, by Conrad H. Walker, and Conrad H. Walker, guardian ad litem for David C. Walker, plaintiffs, against Bert Burk-ham, defendant. The alleged wrongs were committed against the person of said David C. Walker. Plaintiffs prayed judgment for damages as follows: 1. $1,500 for medical and hospital expenses; 2. $5,000 for the bodily pain, suffering, distress, and discomfort suffered by said David C. Walker; 3. $5,000 for permanent injuries sustained by him.

In January…