Bonds v. Ohio River Co.

Opinion by

Spaulding, J.,

This is an appeal by appellant Wiley Bonds, Jr., a seaman, from the denial of a new trial by the Common Pleas Court of Allegheny County. Appellant had instituted suit against appellee, The Ohio River Company, appellant’s employer, alleging personal injuries sustained by appellant in a maritime accident on January 7, 1964. Appellant alleged negligence under the Jones Act (46 U.S.C.A. §688) and for unseaworthiness under general maritime law. He also pleaded a claim for maintenance and care.

Jury trial was held on November 27, 1967. As molded by the court, there was a…