Mertz v. Mertz

3 N.E.2d 597 (1936)

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Nature of the Case

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Facts

Under the law of New York the rule is well established that a husband is not liable to his wife for personal injuries caused by his negligence. Under the law of the State of Connecticut, a husband is liable for such injuries. H and W are both residents of New York. H and W were in a car accident in Connecticut. W sued H in New York to recover damages for the injuries she sustained in the Connecticut accident. The trial court dismissed the suit. The appeals court affirmed. W appealed. W contends that Connecticut law should apply.