Pearson v. Picht

The purpose of this action was to recover damages that resulted from an automobile accident, and the cause was tried to the court without a jury. The action was brought by Phyllis M. Pearson in her own behalf and as administratrix of the estate of her deceased husband.

In the complaint, there were three causes of action, separately stated. In the first, damages were sought for the pain and suffering which the deceased endured after the accident and prior to his death. Upon this cause of action, the court allowed one thousand dollars as damages for pain and suffering, and $561.75 for…