Thompson v. Spears

CLAY, Commissioner.

In this automobile accident case plaintiff appellant sustained spinal injuries when his car was struck from behind by one operated by defendant appellee. A jury awarded him $2,029.20. The principal question on this appeal is whether the damages were inadequate.

The accident happened August 7, 1967. Plaintiff was hospitalized for five days, his condition being diagnosed as subluxation of two cervical vertebrae. He was released for return to work by his attending physician on December 4. A reputable neurosurgeon was of the opinion he suffered a permanent impairment of 10…