Mook v. City of Lincoln

Plaintiff is the widow of a member of the Lincoln paid fire department. She brought suit to recover pension benefits provided by statute. Issues were joined and trial had to a jury. At the close of all the evidence, defendant moved for a directed verdict. Its motion was overruled. Plaintiff then moved for a directed verdict. Her motion was sustained. Judgment was entered for plaintiff. Defendant appeals. We affirm the judgment of the trial court.

The only evidence offered by defendant was a part of plaintiff’s pleading in the district court in an action brought by her to secure benefits under…