Hart v. Geysel
Supreme Court of Washington
294 P. 570 (1930)
Relevant factsFree
Cartwright died from a blow received during an illegal prize fight with Geysel (defendant); the administrator of Cartwright's estate (plaintiff) sued, but the complaint did not allege the fight was fueled by anger, that there was malicious intent to cause serious injury, or that excessive force was used. The trial court dismissed the complaint.
IssueFree
Whether a participant who consents to and engages in illegal prize fighting may recover civil damages for injuries sustained in the fight.