Chaney v. Lieberman

OPINION

FOLEY, Judge.

Debra and Richard Chaney appeal from a judgment in a negligence action after a judge other than the trial judge ordered entry of judgment and noted its satisfaction. Appellants argue that the initial trial court erred in offsetting a jury award to Debra Chaney under Minn.Stat. § 65B.51 (1984) for medical expenses incurred when she is not entitled to basic economic loss benefits. We reverse with directions.

FACTS

After appellant Debra Chaney received a favorable jury verdict and damage award of $58,238.22, the trial court offset the jury award by $16,238.22, the amount…