Central of Georgia Railway Co. v. O'Kelley
Court of Appeals of Georgia
Action for damages; from city court of Sandersville — Judge Jordan. October 14, 1913.
1Opinion of the CourtPottle, J.
1. This was a suit for damages for personal injuries. The defendant admitted negligence, but contended that the plaintiff was not injured. In the reviewing court it is insisted that the verdict for $5,550 is excessive, and that the plaintiff in error is entitled to a new trial on account of certain newly discovered evidence. The plaintiff testified that the train was derailed while he was in the baggage-car, in which he had been invited to ride by the defendant, so as to accompany a son who was ill, and that he was struck by a trunk which was precipitated against him, and by other objects in…
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