Colgan v. Raymond

Murphy, Justice.

This is an appeal from an order of the district court denying defendant’s motion for a new trial. Appellant contends (1) that damages were given under the influence of passion and prejudice and are excessive; and (2) that the court erred in holding that certain arguments made to the jury by plaintiff’s counsel were not prejudicial.

The action is brought by John Colgan to recover special damages, individually, and general damages for his minor son, Gary Colgan. The record establishes negligence on the part of the defendant, thus it is unnecessary to discuss the facts causing the…