Sias v. General Motors Corp.

This appeal is from denials of defendant’s motions for judgment notwithstanding the verdict, to set aside the verdict, for a new trial and for an order of remittitur. Plaintiff had verdict for slander in the amounts of $24,800 for “general” damages, and $4,500 for “hurt feelings.”

The essential facts are: Gale R. Sias, plaintiff, 42',. prior to the institution of his action was employed, by General Motors Corporation in the Buick plant protection department. Plis duties were, generally,, patrol by unmarked car, gate supervision, time clock runs and protection of company property. Pie-started…