Loy v. Martin

TIMMONS-GOODSON, Judge.

This appeal arises out of a personal injury action filed by Sue Womble Loy (“plaintiff’) against Joshua Brandon Martin, a minor, and his father, Kenneth Martin (collectively “defendants”). In her complaint, Loy alleged that Joshua Martin ran a stop sign and collided with her vehicle, causing her severe property damage and personal injury.

Following a trial, the jury returned its verdict finding that Joshua Martin was negligent, that plaintiff was not contributorily negligent, and that plaintiff was entitled to damages in the amount of one dollar. Judgment based upon the…