Twomley v. . C.P.N. and E.R.R.R. Co.
New York Court of Appeals
1Opinion of the Court
The question in this case was one of fact, depending upon conflicting evidence, and deductions to be drawn from the facts as they should be determined from the evidence. That question was determined adversely to the defendant. The jury have found that the plaintiff was placed by the reckless or careless act of the servants and agents of the defendant, in such a position as compelled her to choose upon the instant, and in the face of an apparently great and impending peril, between two hazards, a dangerous leap from the moving car, or to remain in the car at certain peril. They have also found…
2Cases cited2 opinions
- Stokes v. SaltonstallSupreme Court of the United States · 1839
- Buel v. . New York Central R.R. Co.New York Court of Appeals · 1865
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