Reynolds v. Naudain

Headnote

The law of the road requires travellers to keep on the right side; and, where there are many passengers, to drive moderately.

Trespass for negligently driving against and killing plaintiff’s horse.

In this case the court laid it down as the law of the road, that travellers are bound to take the right hand side of the road; and if a perscta is found on the left, or wrong, side when an accident occurs, he is liable for the consequences unless its cause be wholly attributable to the other party, and he does all that prudence can do to avoid damage. And in travelling every man is bound to restrain his speed within such bounds as will not endanger others, considering the place and circumstances. See Wilson vs. Rockland Manufacturing Company, ante 67.