United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. Samuels

The principal question presented is whether this bond covers the action of Wollitz which resulted in the injury complained of; it being contended by counsel for the surety company that the condition of the bond that Wollitz would “faithfully perform the duties of the office of policeman” had the effect only of a guaranty that he would not violate his oath to faithfully, honestly, and impartially discharge his duties as an officer, nor exceed the powers conferred upon him as such officer. It is not claimed that the injury to the plaintiff was not caused by Wollitz while the latter was in the…