Davis v. Simpson

These cases involving an automobile collision at a street intersection in the town of Camden were heard by referees who reported that in each the plaintiff was entitled to judgment. Exceptions were taken to the acceptance of the reports. Presented are two questions: viz., whether the plaintiff had the status of a trespasser at the time of the accident and whether she was guilty of contributory negligence.

The plaintiff’s unlicensed daughter, fourteen years old, was driving, accompanied by her mother who was licensed. R. S. 1930, Chap. 29, Sec. 39, provides:

“No person shall operate a motor…