Powell v. Moore

Plaintiff was injured as a result of falling from a loading ramp while assisting defendant’s servant in loading defendant’s moving van. There was a verdict for plaintiff. Defendant moved for a judgment n.o.v., or in the alternative for a new trial. The motion for a judgment n. o. v. was granted. Plaintiff appeals.

Plaintiff employed defendant to move plaintiff’s household furnishings. In making arrangements for the service it was agreed that plaintiff and his son would assist in the moving operation; defendant was to supply the moving van and the driver. When the van arrived at plaintiff’s…