Hover v. Barkhoof
New York Court of Appeals
44 N.Y. 113 (1870)
- Written by Kheana Pollard, JD
Facts
Peter Hover (plaintiff) was injured when a bridge over a stream fell in a town in New York. Hover brought suit against William Barkhoof (defendant) on behalf of the Commissioners of Highways. At trial, a defense witness was asked whether he thought the bridge was built safely. The court excluded the question. The jury found in favor of Hover, and Barkhoof appealed on the theory that the question should not have been excluded. The judgment was affirmed, and Barkhoof sought appeal again.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Leonard, C.)
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