Carlson v. Stanger

PERRY, Judge.

Robert J. Carlson appeals from a judgment awarding damages in a personal injury action. Specifically, Carlson challenges the district court’s orders denying his motions for a directed verdict; judgment notwithstanding the verdict (j.n.o.v.); an additur or, in the alternative, new trial; and an award of costs to Brandon Stanger. Carlson also argues he is entitled to attorney fees on this appeal. For the reasons set forth below, we affirm.

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FACTS AND PROCEDURE

On June 7, 2002, there was a ear accident at an uncontrolled intersection in Pocatello. Stanger was ticketed for failing to…