HENNESSEY v. YOUNG MEN'S ASSN.


17 Misc.2d 791 (1959)

James Hennessey, Plaintiff, v. Young Men's Christian Association, Defendant.

Supreme Court, Special Term, Kings County.

March 26, 1959.


Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Thomas F. Keane for defendant.

Samuel Segal for plaintiff.


JACOB J. SCHWARTZWALD, J.

This is a motion by the defendant to amend its answer by setting up an affirmative defense. The action is for injuries received by the plaintiff while using defendant's gymnasium facilities. The motion is opposed on the ground that the amendment sought to be interposed as an affirmative defense is void as being against public policy, and reads as follows: "In consideration for the privilege of using the facilities of this association...

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