Bourisk v. Derry Lumber Co.

On Motion. Action on the case for abuse of process. Verdict for plaintiff. Damages assessed at nine hundred twenty-nine dollars ($929). Defense raises two issues — verdict against evidence, and damages excessive.

Plaintiff conducted a combined confectionary store and restaurant on leased premises, owning stock and fixtures subject to two mortgages aggregating approximately four thousand dollars. His equity in the property was estimated by him to be worth thirty-five hundred dollars.

He was indebted to defendant in the sum of three hundred four dollars and twenty-four cents ($304.24), and…