Washington Water Power Co. v. Miller

Washington Water Power Company (WWP) appeals a judgment awarded it for damages caused by Darrin Miller when he struck WWP's utility pole in his automobile. Darrin and his parents, the owners of the automobile, cross-appeal. At issue is whether the court erred when it (1) denied WWP compensation for indirect costs allocated to replacing the pole and (2) denied the Millers an allowance for depreciation on the pole. We reverse on the former issue, but affirm on the latter.

In this action, WWP sought reimbursement from the Millers for $633.76, the alleged cost of replacing the pole. The Millers…