MacKey v. Island of Bob-Lo Co.

Defendant, Island of Bob-Lo Company, appeals from a denial of its motion for a directed verdict and a judgment notwithstanding the verdict. G-CR 1963, 515.1, 515.2. This case arose from injuries sustained by the plaintiff Agnes Mackey, who fell on striking a puddle of water in the roller skating rink defendant operated for public use. While she was skating, a sudden storm arose. The rain leaked through the rink’s roof, creating puddles. The jury found for plaintiffs.

The test for reviewing a refusal of a directed verdict and a judgment notwithstanding the verdict is whether, viewing the facts…