OPINION BY HIRT, J., November 14, 1958:
Lavinia Pinto, the wife-defendant, bought a mink coat at plaintiff's Philadelphia store; the sale price, including tax, was $3,316.50. She had a charge account with Gimbels, which however had been used as a convenience in making current family purchases, but for no unusual transaction such as this. She told plaintiff's credit man that her husband had authorized her to buy the coat and would pay for it. She
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Let's get started
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.