Tolbert v. Gerber Industries, In

255 N.W. 2d 362, Minn. (1977)

Facts

Tolbert (P) was injured by defective equipment and sued Gerber (D1), the manufacturer of the defective equipment, and Voldco (D2) the installer. The jury found both defendants negligent, and P was awarded $60,572 in damages. The jury did not apportion percentages and the trial court awarded D2 100% indemnity from D1. D1 appealed.