Kangas v. Winquist

Hilton, Justice.

This appeal involves two consolidated cases presenting identical problems. John and Jake Kangas instituted separate actions against George Winquist to recover for personal injuries. Both obtained favorable verdicts. Defendant moved for judgment not withstanding the verdicts or a. new trial. After denial of the motions, he appealed.

Winquist and Neil Sampson were partners in a grocery business known as the Chisholm Supply Company. A Ford pickup truck, registered in the company’s name, was used in the business. Sampson also made personal use of the vehicle. On a fishing trip to…