Fifield Manor v. Finston

Plaintiff brought this action to recover the cost of essential medical care rendered by it to George A. Boss, deceased, pursuant to a “life-care contract.” Boss’ injuries and death resulted from an automobile accident allegedly caused by defendants’ negligence. A general demurrer to the complaint was sustained without leave to amend. From the judgment of dismissal accordingly entered, plaintiff appeals.

The essential allegations of plaintiff’s complaint, accepted as true for purposes of this appeal (Terry v. Bender, 143 Cal. App.2d 198, 201 [300 P.2d 119]), show the following situation:…