Gordon v. Freeman

Hilton, Justice.

Defendant appeals from an order denying his alternative motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict or for a new trial. Defendant had moved for a directed verdict both when plaintiff rested and at the close of the evidence.

The action was one to recover damages for personal injuries sustained because of the alleged negligence of the defendant. The principal questions presented are (1) whether plaintiff was upon defendant’s property as an invitee or licensee; (2) whether the evidence was sufficient to warrant submission to the jury of the issue of defendant’s negligence; and…