Moore v. Horton

Charles W. Moore, Jr., appeals from a judgment based on a jury verdict in favor of Charlotte Horton. This case is before this court pursuant to § 12-2-7(6), Ala. Code 1975.

On July 21, 1994, Moore, a passenger in a car driven by his girlfriend, Gena Burton, was injured when the front end of Horton's car collided with the rear end of Burton's car. On March 15, 1995, Moore sued Horton, alleging negligence and/or wantonness. Burton, by and through her parents, also sued Horton for injuries received as a result of the accident. Horton pleaded the defense of contributory negligence. The cases were…