Stevens v. Murphy

CLAY, Commissioner.

Appellant as plaintiff in a negligence action was awarded $4,000 by a jury verdict. He appeals on the ground the award was inadequate because contrary to the evidence and instructions, and on the ground of misconduct of a juror.

Plaintiff’s automobile was damaged and he suffered personal injuries in an automobile accident involving defendants’ taxicab. He claims the accident caused a ruptured disk and that he was totally and permanently disabled. There was evidence tending to support his claim with respect to the nature and extent of his injuries, but there was also evidence…