Walker v. Adamson

This is an appeal by the defendant from a judgment for the plaintiff in an action for damages arising out of an automobile accident. It is companion to the case of McCann v. Hoffman, S. F. No. 15802 (ante, p. 279 [70 Pac. (2d) 909]), this day decided. Both cases involve the question of what constitutes compensation within the meaning of the so-called “guest” law of this state. (See. 141%, Stats. 1931, p. 1693, now sec. 403, Vehicle Code.)

The plaintiff’s injuries were sustained when the automobile driven by the defendant skidded on wet pavement while the parties were on a trip to Lake, Tahoe.…