Kepper v. Continental Insurance

ELLIS, Judge:

This is a suit for damages for personal injuries suffered by plaintiff Jimmy L. Kepper when he fell through the ceiling of a building leased by him from Richard C. Bennett. Made defendant with Mr. Bennett is Continental Insurance Company, his insurer. After trial on the merits, judgment was rendered in favor of plaintiff for $7,883.00, and defendants have appealed. Plaintiff has answered the appeal, asking for an increase in quantum.

Plaintiffs leased a large metal building from Mr. Bennett. Across the front of the building was an office and showroom area. The offices occupied an…