Spackman v. Good

Defendant appeals from an order denying his motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict, and from the judgment awarding damages upon a complaint alleging willful injury from misconduct causing emotional and mental distress and disturbance.

The plaintiffs, Suzanne and Paul, were born, respectively, on July 28, 1946, and Sept. 20, 1948; when defendant’s alleged misconduct occurred were 15 and 13 years of age; at the time of trial were 17 and 15; and now are 20 and almost 18.

One of the unusual facets of the case is the fact that these minors, who are the real parties in interest, 1 testified…