Prego v. Hobart

Shaw, Judge:

This is a tort action. Respondent Laura E. Prego, a minor, sued appellants Frederick James Hobart and F&S Wholesale Corporation seeking damages for injuries sustained when Hobart’s automobile collided with the bicycle she was riding. Respondent Joseph E. Prego, Laura’s father, sued Hobart and F & S to recover Laura’s medical expenses. The actions were consolidated for trial. The jury returned a verdict against Laura on her claim, and found for her father on his claim for her medical expenses. The trial court ordered new trials based on inconsistent verdicts. Hobart and F&S appeal.…