Palmer v. Brest

CERCONE, Judge:

The instant case was initiated as a complaint in trespass against Arthur Wilbur Brest, Jr., appellee, for personal injuries sustained by John Palmer, a minor in an auto accident. Brest was driving and John Palmer, appellant, was riding with him as a guest passenger. Since John Palmer is a minor, his father, Mr. Charles Palmer, sued in his son’s behalf for loss of earning capacity, future medical expenses, pain, suffering and inconvenience. Mr. Palmer also sued in his own right for the cost of medical expenses incurred in caring for his son.

The facts surrounding the case are as…