Pretka v. Wilson

Per Curiam,

Appellee was severely injured in an automobile accident. The testimony showed that he is suffering from traumatic arthritis resulting from the injuries received and that his condition is likely to be progressive requiring future medical attention and hospitalization. The actual expenses and losses to him by reason of the injuries were $1,581.95. The jury returned a verdict of $2,750, whereupon the court granted a new trial on appellee’s motion, solely on the ground that the verdict was inadequate. Appellant insists that the granting of a new trial was an abuse of discretion in that…