Lewis v. Brumbles

BECTON, Judge.

Richard “Dick” V. Lewis, Jr. brought this action to recover damages for personal injuries sustained when his bicycle collided with Quinton Brumbies’ car. Dick’s parents, Richard V. Lewis, Sr. and Bobbie Lewis, also sued Mr. Brumbies for the loss of services of their minor son and for his medical expenses. The cases were consolidated for trial. At the close of all the evidence, the trial judge granted Mr. Brumbies’ motion for a directed verdict on the grounds that the evidence established contributory negligence on the part of Dick Lewis as a matter of law. Plaintiffs appeal. We…