BATTIGE v. FORD MOTOR CO.


36 A.D.2d 1007 (1971)

John R. Battige, Respondent, v. Ford Motor Company, Appellant

Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Third Department.

May 20, 1971


The evidence fairly presented issues of fact with respect to liability and damages which were resolved by the jury in favor of the respondent. We find no reason to disturb the verdict except that we find the amount of the damages excessive. Judgment and order reversed, on the law and the facts, and a new trial ordered, unless within 20 days of the service of a copy of the order to be entered herein respondent shall stipulate to reduce the verdict to $75,000, in which event...

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