Perrin v. American Theatrical Company

This is an action for damages for personal injuries. Plaintiff (Perrin) had verdict and judgment for $8000.00. Defendant has appealed.

The sole question presented (assignment that verdict for defendant should have been directed) is whether plaintiff had the right to maintain a common law action for his injuries. Defendant contends that the Missouri Workmen’s Compensation Act controls and prevents such action.

Plaintiff, a resident of California, was a musician who came to St. Louis from Chicago as a member of an orchestra accompanying a road show called Earl Carroll’s Vanities. This show was to…