Harris v. Damron

James H. Pilkinton, Judge.

The decedent, Carrie Harris, was struck and killed by an automobile being driven by Mrs. Gail Damron. The accident happened at approximately 8:45 a.m. on March 23, 1977, as Mrs. Harris was attempting to cross U.S. Highway 270 in front of her house.

The allegations of negligence were that Mrs. Damron was speeding in that she was traveling in excess of 55 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour speed zone; and, that she failed to exercise reasonable care under the circumstances. Recovery was sought for funeral expenses of the decedent, and for mental anguish on behalf of…