Sheffield v. Superior Insurance Co.

Mary Ann Sheffield sustained soft tissue injuries as a passenger in an automobile hit from the rear while waiting for a traffic light to change. After settling with the driver of the other car for policy limits, she sued her own uninsured motorist insurance carrier, Superior Insurance Company (Superior). Dissatisfied with the size of the verdict against Superior, she now seeks a new trial on damages. We reject the contention that she was entitled to a directed verdict deeming her injuries permanent. While the trial court did err in denying her motion to exclude evidence of collateral sources,…