Elliott v. Bradley et al., (1972) 3 Nfld. & P.E.I.R. 484 (NFSC)

• Judge: Mifflin, J.
• Court: Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador (Canada)
• Case Date: September 07, 1972
• Jurisdiction: Newfoundland and Labrador
• Citations: (1972), 3 Nfld. & P.E.I.R. 484 (NFSC)

Elliott v. Bradley (1972), 3 Nfld. & P.E.I.R. 484 (NFSC)

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Elliott v. Bradley et al.

Indexed As: Elliott v. Bradley et al.

Newfoundland Supreme Court

At Trial

Mifflin, J.

September 7, 1972.

Summary:

The trial court allowed the plaintiff's action for damages for personal injuries arising out of a motor vehicle collision.

Damage Awards - Topic 130

Injury and death - Leg injuries - Compound, comminuted fracture of upper tibia affecting knee joint - Permanent disability and impairment of earning capacity - 55 year old male labourer - Newfoundland Supreme Court awarded $18,000.00 general damages for personal injuries, plus $2,000.00 for pain and suffering and $1,000.00 for loss of amenities of life.

Counsel:

David B. Sparkes, for the plaintiff;

Alan F. Caule, for the defendants.