Mears v. City of Spokane

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Fullerton, J.

This is an action for personal injuries received from a fall on the sidewalk of the appellant city, caused, it is alleged, by the negligent act of the city in permitting snow and ice to accumulate and remain upon the walk.

The charter of the city of Spokane provides:

“ Sec. 220. Sub. I. All claims for damages for personal injuries, or for injuries to property, alleged to have been sustained by the reason of the negligence of the city, or any officer, agent, servant or employee thereof, must be presented to the city council within four months…