Blanton v. E. & L. Transport Co.

This is a suit for damages for personal injuries brought by Blanton, petitioner, against E. & L. Transport Co. and Sam & Ed Auto & Truck Parts, Inc., respondents.

A wrecker-truck, with which Sam & Ed Auto & Truck Parts, Inc., was towing an automobile, was parked on the west side of the highway, headed south. A truck with trailer attached, belonging to E. & L. Transport Co. and going south, had just pulled around the wrecker-truck when it collided with Blan-ton’s northbound automobile, injuring Blanton.

The case was submitted to the jury by 83 special issues. In response to special issues 82.…