Spraggins v. Shields

HOFFMAN, Judge:

Appellant contends that the lower court erred in granting judgment n.o.v. for appellees. We agree and, accordingly, reverse and reinstate the jury’s verdict.

On May 3, 1975, a vehicle operated by appellee-Hooper collided with appellant’s vehicle, resulting in injury to Hooper’s two passengers, appellees Spraggins and Stephens. Spraggins and Stephens sued both drivers and, in addition, Hooper sued appellant, who cross-claimed for property damages. At trial, the lower court granted appellant’s motion for a directed verdict against Hooper, whereupon appellant withdrew his…