Case Name: Jean Morello, as Administratrix of the Estate of Philip Morello, Deceased, Appellant, v. Brookfield Construction Co., Inc., et al., Respondents, et al., Defendant
Court: New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division
Jurisdiction: New York
Decision Date: 1956-10-30
Citations: 2 A.D.2d 849
Docket Number: 
Parties: Jean Morello, as Administratrix of the Estate of Philip Morello, Deceased, Appellant, v. Brookfield Construction Co., Inc., et al., Respondents, et al., Defendant.
Judges: 
Reporter: Appellate Division Reports
Volume: 2
Pages: 849–849

Head Matter:
Jean Morello, as Administratrix of the Estate of Philip Morello, Deceased, Appellant, v. Brookfield Construction Co., Inc., et al., Respondents, et al., Defendant.

Opinion:
The Trial Justice questioned witnesses to such an extent that counsel were embarrassed in the representation of their clients. However, his participation was manifestly animated by a desire to present a full and fair presentation of all issues to the jury. His charge to the jury was comprehensive, fair and clear. While such excessive participation in the trial processes by a presiding judge is to be discouraged, appellant in this instance was not prejudiced. Judgment unanimously affirmed, with costs. Concur — Peck, P. J., Botein, Rabin, Cox and Valente, JJ.