Jones v. Fortner

STEAGALL, Justice.

Linda Holley Jones appeals from an order overruling her motion for new trial. We reverse.

M. Louis Fortner filed a complaint against Jones alleging that Jones negligently caused Fortner’s injuries to his neck, back, and shoulder. Fortner’s automobile was struck from the rear by an automobile driven by Jones. Liability was acknowledged by Jones, and the case was submitted to the jury on the issue of damages alone. The trial court instructed the jury on the issues of past and future pain *909and suffering; pre-existing condition; permanent injury; and medical expenses. Counsel for…