Haas v. Pendleton

STIFTEL, President Judge.

There were three plaintiffs. I directed a verdict on liability against the defendant in favor of each plaintiff. The jury returned verdicts as follows:(a) Charles Haas $1,200(b) Matilda Haas 400(c) William Haas 170

Plaintiffs moved for new trial claiming great inadequacy. During argument, Charles Haas, the driver, withdrew his request. The motion remains as to Matilda and Charles.

Only in the exceptional case will the court move to interfere with a jury verdict. Where, however, the amount awarded is inconceivable on the facts, this court will act to avoid an injustice.

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