Mathis v. Mangum

Pope, Judge.

Plaintiffs Norma Jean Mathis and Ray L. Mathis sued defendant William T. Mangum, alleging that he was liable for the personal injuries they suffered as a result of the collision between his automobile and theirs. They sought $200,000 and $100,000 in damages respectively.

The case involved allegations and evidence of negligence per se in that both drivers, defendant and plaintiff Ray L. Mathis, assertedly violated traffic laws (including driving under the influence), as well as allegations and evidence of ordinary negligence on the part of both drivers. The jury returned a verdict…