Northern v. General Motors Corp.

JONES, District Judge.

This is an action brought against a truck manufacturer, wherein it was alleged that a defective steering arm had been negligently installed in a new vehicle. From 'an' adverse judgment, after verdict, the manufacturer appeals.

Respondent had purchased the new truck in question from appellant’s dealer a short time prior to the accident. He testified that the accident happened when the steering mechanism broke, the vehicle left the highway, and tipped over as the loaded truck was moving down a hill. After the accident, a broken steering arm was discovered on the vehicle.

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