Abigail represented a father and son as Defendants in case where Plaintiff claimed personal injuries resulting from a motor vehicle accident. Plaintiff brought claims of Negligent Entrustment against the father, and claims of Negligence against the son (driver of the vehicle). The Court granted Abigail's Motion for Directed Verdict against the father after the close of evidence. The jury then returned with a "Not Guilty" for the Defendant-driver. This was a complete success for all Defendants involved.
Litigation Successes
Peoria County - Jury Verdict - Negligent Entrustment and Negligence
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