Ernshaw v. Roberge

I. Evidence of Mederic’s negligence is not contested and his motion for a directed verdict is waived. But it is claimed for Cedulie that her liability cannot be found. When Adelaide was injured Mederic was erecting some porch screens for a tenant of Cedulie’s building. The work was done at the tenant’s request without Cedulie’s knowledge or specific consent and without expense to her.

Mederic’s general authority to act for Cedulie in the care and maintenance of the property is not questioned. It could be found to be broad enough for him to act in respect thereto as though he were the owner.…