Parsons Ex Rel. Parsons v. Jow

Appellant, a minor, sought to state a claim against appellee, owner of a bar, on the theory that an employee of the bar owner had sold intoxicating liquor to Lee McCall, another minor; that McCall became intoxicated on the liquor and while under the influence of such liquor drove his automobile in a negligent manner; as a result of which McCall collided with a school building causing bodily injuries to plaintiff, who was a passenger and guest in the McCall vehicle.

On motion of the defendant, the district court dismissed plaintiff’s complaint on the ground that it did not state a claim upon…