Bailey v. Division of Highways

Claimant brought this action for vehicle damage from a wreck which occurred on Route 52/3 (Johnstown Road), Harveytown, as a result of negligent maintenance of a storm drain and ditch from Interstate 64. Route 52/3 (Johnstown Road), Harveytown, is a road maintained by respondent in Cabell County. The Court is of the opinion to make an award for the reasons more fully stated below.

The incident giving rise to this claim occurred on February 25,1998, at about 7:30 a.m. On the morning in question, claimant was traveling to work. The temperature was cold. Claimant was traveling at about…