Facts

Greg Copeland was rear ended by Timothy Winfrey, who was driving his uncle's 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. Copeland sued Winfrey for motor vehicle negligence.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
The plaintiff contended he was rear ended twice while stopped at a red light.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
The defendant contended he was driving his uncle's car and the brakes failed. The pedal went to the floor and the emergency brake did not work. The defendant had no prior warning of brake failure and was not responsible for the car's maintenance.

Specials in Evidence

$2245 $1717

Damages

The plaintiff sought damages for medical bills and missed work. Cross-examination of plaintiff's expert witness revealed that plaintiff suffered from a prior degenerative joint disease and was never advised to miss work.

Injuries

Pain in neck, back and left wrist.

Result

Defense.

Deliberation

one hour

Length

five days