Wozniak v. Segal

The plaintiff, Sophie Wozniak, brought this action against Louis and Samuel Segal, individually and doing business as K. C. Auto Supply Company, and against Allen Steelman, their employee. She sought to recover damages for injuries she suffered when she was struck by an automobile operated by Steelman in the course of his employment. The jury returned a general verdict in favor of the defendants and specially found that the plaintiff was guilty of contributory negligence. The plaintiff appealed from the adverse judgment and the appellate court affirmed. 7 Ill. App. 3d 900.

In its opinion the…