Laubach v. Industrial Indemnity Co.

Defendant appeals from a judgment on a jury verdict in this action for damages for personal injuries suffered by plaintiff when an automobile slipped off its jack and fell on his chest. We affirm.

Defendant was the employer of the motorist plaintiff was assisting when the "accident” occurred. Defendant’s motions for nonsuit and for a directed verdict were denied, and the jury returned a verdict finding negligence of both parties caused the "accident.” The judgment appropriately takes into account plaintiff’s "37%” negligence. Defendant appeals, asserting that the trial court erred in refusing…