Lollar v. Dewitt

Moss, Chief Justice.

Arelia Lollar, the appellant herein, instituted this action for personal injuries sustained when the mule-drawn wagon upon which she was riding on a public highway was struck from the rear by an automobile operated by Harold K. Dewitt, the respondent herein. It is alleged that the respondent operated his automobile in a careless and reckless manner causing the injuries to the appellant.

The answer of the respondent contained a general denial and by way of a fourth defense alleged appellant’s husband, the driver of the wagon, was contributorily negligent and reckless and…