Zurich Insurance Co. v. Zerfass

Russell, Judge.

Plaintiff in error first contends that the evidence demands a finding the deceased’s injury was the result of his wilful misconduct in driving his automobile while under the influence of intoxicants. In this connection it appears that Zerfass and his fellow employee, Rankin, on arrival at Spartan-burg first registered at a motel on the western outskirts of the city, attended to the company business which had brought them there, returned to the motel about 6 p.m., discussed business and had five to seven drinks of Bourbon and Coca-Cola, and about 9 p.m. inquired about a…