Brown v. Missouri Pacific Railroad

MEMORANDUM OPINION

H. FRANKLIN WATERS, District Judge.

Introduction

This action originates under 28 U.S.C. § 1332, pursuant to Ark.Stat.Ann. § 27-906. Barbara Brown initiated this wrongful death claim as administratrix of the estate of Robert Mark Brown, her deceased son, seeking compensatory and punitive damages on behalf of the estate and the parents and siblings of the deceased. Complete diversity of citizenship is present and the amount in controversy exceeds $10,-000.00 exclusive of interest and costs.

The matters before the Court are defendant’s motions for judgment non obstante verdicto…