Oliver v. Signal Insurance Co.

SAVOY, Judge.

This is a companion case to the case of Chatagnier v. Allstate Insurance Company et al., 248 So.2d 590 (La.App. 3 Cir. 1971), decided this date. See that case for a discussion of the facts and the holding as to liability.

The remaining issue is that of quantum. The district court awarded plaintiff, individually, medical expenses, less credit for medical payments made, and an award of $2,500.00 for and on behalf of his minor daughter, Judy Oliver. Plaintiff maintains the award for and on behalf of Judy Oliver should be increased, and defendants maintain that the award is excessive…