Hallman v. Summerville

495 So.2d 626 (1986)

William Elbert HALLMAN

v.

Emmitt SUMMERVILLE, Administrator of the Estate of Burnard Summerville, Deceased.

84-1243.

Supreme Court of Alabama.

September 12, 1986.

McCoy Davidson of Roberts, Davidson & Wiggins, Tuscaloosa, for appellant.

Jack Drake of Drake, Knowles & Pierce, Tuscaloosa, for appellee.

ALMON, Justice.

This wrongful death action stems from a collision between a motorcycle driven by plaintiff's decedent and a boat and trailer being towed by defendant's truck. The trial court entered judgment on the jury verdict awarding plaintiff $125,000. Defendant argues that the…