CHAPLIN v. HARRINGTON MOTOR COMPANY, LTD. (IN LIQUIDATION).

(1927) 29 Ll L Rep 102

COURT OF APPEAL.

Before the Master of the Rolls (Lord Hanworth), Lord Justice Atkin and Lord Justice Lawrence.

Company - Winding-up - Assets - Claim against motor company for damages in respect of personal injuries - Conduct of litigation undertaken by insurers of motor company-Judgment for plaintiff -Stay of execution with a view to appeal - Company winding-up of motor company - Appeal abandoned- Damages paid by insurance company to liquidator-Absence of privity between plaintiff and insurance company- Discretion of Court - Companies (Consolidation) Act, 1908, Sect. 142.