Gossett v. Jackson

In this appeal of a judgment in a negligence action arising out of the operation of an automobile, we consider whether the plaintiffs presented sufficient evidence to establish a prima facie case of negligence on the part of the defendant.

Michael Kraig Gossett, an infant, by his mother and next friend, Carolyn Gossett, and Carolyn Gossett, individually, filed this action against Jeffrey Lawrence Jackson. The plaintiffs alleged that Michael was injured as a result of Jeffrey’s negligence. The case was tried before a jury. After the plaintiffs rested their case, the defendant informed the court…