Hicks v. Doe

Birdsong, Presiding Judge.

Don Dennis Hicks appeals from a judgment, based upon the jury’s verdict in favor of Hicks’ insurance company, Southern General, in a “John Doe” uninsured motorist action under OCGA § 33-7-11. Hicks alleged a “John Doe” vehicle crossed over the centerline, struck his vehicle, and ran him off the road causing the damages he sought in this action. Because there was no corroborating eyewitness, Hicks relied upon proof of physical contact to establish his claim. See OCGA § 33-7-11 (b) (2).

Hicks alleges that the trial court erred by permitting Southern General to call a…