Shepard v. Barnette

This suit is based on an accident that occurred in Lansing, Michigan, at an intersection controlled by traffic and pedestrian lights.

The minor plaintiff, then 7 years and 3 months of age, was crossing the street against the pedestrian “wait” light and was struck by the defendants’ vehicle which was proceeding on the green light.

The case was tried before a jury which rendered verdict of no cause for action.

Plaintiffs appeal asserting as error the trial court’s refusal to give their requests to charge dealing with the capacity of a seven-year-old for contributory negligence, with future and…