Shea v. Hern

These five cases were tried together before a jury, which rendered a verdict for the plaintiff in each case. They are now before this court on the defendant’s exceptions and general motions for new trials.

The plaintiffs, Harold Shea, Doris E. Gilliam and Frances H. ThompsUn, sue for persona] injuries J. Girard Hern, the operator of an automobile in which they were passengers. Charles W. Gilliam, the father of Doris, seeks to recover for medical expenses, incurred in the care of his daughter, and compensation for the loss of her services. Merle L. Thompson claims damages for loss of consortium…