Adams v. Pacific Motor Trucking Co.

Plaintiffs Adams and McCarthy brought separate actions for personal injuries received when, on February 3, 1956, a pielmp truck driven by Adams with McCarthy as a passenger was struck in the rear by defendant’s vehicle, a three axle diesel tractor.

Defendant admitted liability for injuries, if any, but denied that either appellant suffered damage. The cases were consolidated for trial and the jury returned a verdict in favor of Adams, assessing damages at $1,200. They returned a verdict in favor of defendant and against McCarthy. Plaintiffs’ motion for a new trial was denied and they appeal…