Halverson v. Zimmerman

Plaintiff brought this action to recover damages against the defendants Zimmerman and Crosby for alleged malpractice in the diagnosis and treatment of plaintiff’s left shoulder and arm which had been injured in an automobile accident. The action was dismissed as to the defendant, Crosby. The jury returned a verdict against the defendant Zimmerman for $12,000. The defendant moved for a new trial on the grounds, among others: (1) Excessive damages appearing to be given under the influence of passion or prejudice; and (2) error in the admission of evidence prejudicial to the defendant. The trial…