Acree v. Ben's Lawn Service, Inc.

BLUE, Acting Chief Judge.

Patricia Aeree appeals the final judgment entered for Ben’s Lawn Service, Inc., on her claim for personal injury. Because we conclude that the trial court erred by failing to grant Ms. Acree’s motion for a new trial as to damages, we reverse and remand for a new trial on damages only.

This case arises from a personal injury action following an automobile accident. Following a jury trial, the jury found that there was negligence on the part of Ben’s Lawn Service, Inc. (Ben’s) that caused loss, injury or damage to Ms. Aeree. The jury apportioned 13% liability to Ben’s…