Dailey v. Bateman

FARMER, Judge.

Melinda H. Scott Dailey and husband, Thomas Dailey (the “Daileys” or “Plaintiffs”) sued the City of McKenzie (the “City” or “Defendant”) under the GTLA, T.C.A §§ 29-20-101^07 (1980 & Supp.1995) for damages arising from an automobile accident that occurred within the City. Plaintiffs also sued Lois J. Bateman and Ricky Bateman.1 Ms. Bateman made claim against the City for property damage.

City appeals the judgment of the trial court finding City 60% at fault and Lois J. Bateman 40% at fault. The trial court found Melinda Scott Dailey’s damages to be $20,000 and her husband’s to be…