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2 Cal. Dist. Ct. 74

Smiley v. Thrall

San Fransisco District Court

Decided December 15, 1857

San Fransisco District Court · decided 1857-12-15

Tbe plaintiff brought suit for an alleged injury sustained by him to his teeth at the hands of the defendant, who is a dentist. It was brought subsequent to one commenced by defendant in this action against Smiley for an alleged libel.

Decided 1857-12-15

Norton, J.

¶1— This plea is of the nature of what under the old system of pleading, is the plea puis darrein continuance, and as such, is of itself a waiver of all pleas which may theretofore as matter of defense, have been interposed. Plaintiff by his stipulation has merely agreed that it may be interposed, but has not affected thereby his right to take advantage of all its legal effects and consequences. Defendant may, however, if he see fit, withdraw the plea and proceed to trial upon the issues raised by his original answer.

¶2The plea was withdrawn, and the action tried on the former issues.

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