FALLS v. MORTENSEN


207 Or. 130 (1956)

295 P.2d 182

FALLS v. MORTENSEN

Supreme Court of Oregon.

Affirmed March 21, 1956.


Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

James Arthur Powers, Portland, argued the cause for appellant. On the brief were Earle P. Skow and David R. Williams, of Portland.

Burl L. Green, of Portland, argued the cause for respondent. On the brief Green, Richardson, Green & Griswold, of Portland.

Before WARNER, Chief Justice, and TOOZE, ROSSMAN, LUSK, BRAND and LATOURETTE, Justices.


AFFIRMED.

BRAND, J.

The plaintiff, a pedestrian, recovered a verdict and judgment for general, special and punitive damages separately assessed against the driver of an automobile which struck him down while he was crossing the street at a point other than an intersection. Defendant appeals.

The principal issues in the case relate to the pleadings, proof and instructions concerning alleged wanton misconduct of defendant and the effect thereof on the...

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