Wagner v. Pierce

Blackburn, Chief Judge.

Following a defense verdict, Jonathan Wagner appeals the trial court’s order denying his motion for new trial. Wagner brought the underlying tort action seeking to recover damages for personal injuries resulting from the collision of two jet skis on the open waters of Lake Lanier. The collision occurred as he and his friend, Curtis Pierce, were operating their separate jet skis. Alleging that Pierce had been jumping waves and operating his jet ski in a negligent and reckless manner, Wagner sued Pierce. For the reasons set forth below, we affirm the denial of Wagner’s…