Long Leaf Industries, Inc. v. Mitchell

Ruffin, Judge.

William Mitchell and his wife sued Long Leaf Industries, Inc. (“Long Leaf”), alleging that Mitchell was injured while working on Long Leaf’s premises. In their complaint, the Mitchells asserted that William’s injuries were caused by Long Leaf’s negligence, that his wife suffered a loss of consortium, and that Long Leaf’s conduct entitled them to punitive damages. A jury found in the Mitchells’ favor and awarded them compensatory damages, but rejected their claim for punitive damages. Long Leaf appeals, asserting that the court erred in denying its motion for directed verdict,…