Low v. Park Price Co.
Idaho Supreme Court
503 P.2d 291 (1972)
Relevant factsFree
Park Price Co. (defendant), operating an auto-repair garage, stored Dale K. Low's (plaintiff's) car outside in an unfenced area while its engine was out for repair, and someone stole the transmission; Low sued for negligence and conversion, while the garage introduced evidence that other local garages followed the same outdoor storage practice to show it was not negligent. The trial court found the garage not negligent, and Low appealed.
IssueFree
Whether evidence of custom of the community, or of others in similar circumstances, may be considered as a factor in determining whether particular conduct was negligent, or whether it sets the standard of care.