Hostetler v. Ward

Reed, A.C.J.

Joel E. Ward, a minor, became intoxicated in a public park maintained by Pierce County. He then drove his parents' car out of the park and, after traveling a short distance on a public highway, struck a motorcyclist, Gerald D. Hostetler. Hostetler suffered severe injuries that rendered him incompetent. His guardian, Clyde V. Hostet-ler, sought damages from Ward and the County. He now appeals the trial court's order dismissing his action against the latter defendant. 1 We affirm.

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Scope of Review

Although the dismissal was granted pursuant to CR 12(b)(6), the trial court considered…