McMillan v. Gage

BLAIR, Justice.

Appellee, Mary Elizabeth Gage, individually and as next friend of certain minors, sued appellant, C. H. McMillan for damages for injuries resulting in the death of her son Robert Gage, the injuries occurring when a truck and trailer owned by appellant and operated by his agent or driver ran over deceased, who was also employed on the truck as “swamper.” At the time of the accident appellant’s four trucks with seven employees were engaged in hauling sheep. Appellant did not carry workmen’s compensation insurance. A jury verdict on special issues resulted in judgment for…