Russell v. Strohochein

Appeal from an order denying a motion for new trial. Plaintiff, Edwin Russell, brought action against defendants, Arthur' H. Strohochein and David J. Studer, for $10,000, to recover for an injury to the middle finger of his right hand sustained when two automobiles driven by defendants collided. The case was tried to a jury which assessed negligence of 60 percent against Studer and 40 percent against Strohochein and found that plaintiff had sustained general damages of $6,750 as well as $37.50 for medical expenses. The trial judge ordered that judgment be entered accordingly and both…