Cox v. LeRoy

Evans, Judge.

Agetha G. Cox, as plaintiff, sued W. W. LeRoy, Jr., as defendant, for personal injuries resulting from an auto collision. The case was tried and a verdict was returned in plaintiffs favor for $20,000 for pain and suffering, and $5,000 for medical expenses. Judgment was regularly entered on this verdict.

Defendant immediately filed a motion to amend or set aside judgment, by striking from the last paragraph the words, "Five Thousand Dollars for medical expenses,” and by substituting in lieu thereof the words, $1,520 for medical expenses.” Defendant contended the amount awarded for…