Publix Super Markets, Inc. v. Griffin

WHATLEY, Judge.

Publix Super Markets, Inc., appeals the orders granting Julie Griffin and William Griffin a new trial in their personal injury action and imposing sanctions against Pub-lix for the actions of its private investigator. The Griffins cross-appeal the jury verdict finding Mrs. Griffin 50% negligent. We find merit only in Publix’s appeal and reverse.

Mrs. Griffin sustained severe injuries as a result of being hit in the head with the rear door of her van by the Publix employee who closed that door after helping her load her groceries into the van. She and her husband filed a personal…