Hopson v. Clary

Appellant, Sandra D. Hopson, brought this action against respondent, William L. Clary, seeking damages arising out of an automobile accident. The trial judge directed a verdict in favor of Clary and Hopson appeals. We affirm.

The record reveals on November 18, 1992, Hopson picked up her son from school and drove toward her mother’s residence to deliver some groceries. Hopson was traveling down Read Street with Clary following behind her. Hopson slowed her automobile and pulled to the right. Hopson attempted to make a U-turn and Clary’s vehicle collided with hers.

The trial judge granted Clary’s…