Supreme Court of New Jersey

Antonio Florio and Vincenzo Citro, Appellants v. the Mayor and Aldermen of Jersey City (A Municipal Corporation)…

June 1, 1925101 N.J.L. 535

Summary

The Supreme Court of New Jersey affirmed the dismissal of the plaintiffs' claim against Jersey City, holding that the municipality is not liable for the negligence of its employee, but reversed the dismissal of the claim against fireman John Schmolze, holding that he is personally liable for his negligent driving while performing a public duty.