Dixon v. Delaware Olds, Inc.

DUFFY, Justice:

The issue in this case is whether the Trial Judge abused his discretion in granting, a party relief from judgment under Superior Court Rule 60(b). 1 This narrow issue, however, must be examined against the broad factual and procedural background of what is now a complex action.

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Michael Dixon (plaintiff) brought the action for false imprisonment and assault and battery. There are four defendants: Delaware Olds, Inc., an automobile dealership; William Luke, Jr., president of Delaware Olds; Robert Eckenrode, operator of a security guard service engaged by Delaware Olds; and…