Liberty Mutual Insurance Group v. Williams

SHEVIN, Judge.

Liberty Mutual Insurance Group appeals a final judgment awarding damages and an order awarding plaintiff attorney’s fees. We affirm the judgment and reverse the fee award.

Robert Williams was driving his employer’s car; the car was struck by a car driven by an underinsured motorist. Williams sued Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, the employer’s insurer. Liberty Mutual admitted liability and a trial was held on damages. At trial, several witnesses testified that before the accident; Williams was actively involved in community and church activities, which included providing meals for…