St. Pierre v. Houde

WEBBER, Justice.

Plaintiff’s action for recovery of damages suffered in an automobile accident resulted in a jury verdict of $5,000. Liability was admitted and trial was on damages only.

In the course of his argument to the jury, counsel for the defendant stated:

“Now, I say this to you, and I believe this is correct, that Mrs. Houde is liable. She will have to pay the damages out of her own pocket, and that is proper, but it is damages that are properly chargeable to this case.” (Emphasis ours)

Plaintiff’s attorney then interrupted the argument and entered his objection. Colloquy ensued in the…