Wilmington Cabinet Co. v. Autry

Sognier, Judge.

William O. Autry sued Wilmington Cabinet Company, Inc. (Wilmington) and John Filyaw, d/b/a Servpro of Savannah (Filyaw) to recover for fire losses at his residence allegedly caused by the negligent installation of a kitchen vent hood. After a 1974 kitchen fire in his home, Autry contracted for certain repairs with Filyaw, who contracted in turn with Wilmington for the replacement of a damaged vent hood and cabinets. The 1975 fire that is the subject of the instant action occurred some 18 months later and caused extensive damage. Autry alleged in his complaint and sought to show…