Legal Opinion
McKittrick v. Greenville Traction Co.
Supreme Court of South Carolina
Decided November 25, 1909No. 7385PublishedCited by 6 opinions
Before DeVorE, J, Greenville, Action by Ada McKittrick against Greenville Traction Co. From order of nonsuit, plaintiff appeals. cites: 38 S. C, 199; 24 Ency, 623; 127 Mass, 86; 25 E. R. A, 514; 158 U. S, 326. cite: 56 S. C, 508; 61 S. C, 455 ; 63 S. C, 297; 65 S. C„ 77; 77 S. C, 71.
1Opinion of the Court
The opinion of the Court was delivered by
Mr. Justice Woods.
This action, commenced about 10th December, 1906, is for recovery of damages for injuries received by plaintiff while she was descending the steps in getting off a street car. The answer set up a general denial, contributory negligence, and the following release:
“Greenville, S. C., December 2, 1906.
“I have this day stepped from a car of Greenville Traction Co., at the corner of North and Main Streets, thinking I was at the p'ostoffice, and for the present medical service rendered hereby release the Greenville Traction Co. from all…
2Cases cited2 opinions
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3Cited by6 opinions
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