caldwell v CSX
N/AOUTCOME: $1,000,000.00
Railroad employee suffered hearing loss as a result of an engine whistle being blown near his ears. The jury found for the plaintiff after a three day trial. The defendant appealed to Virginia supreme ... court and lost. To the U. S. Supreme court and lost. The final amount paid was $1,283,000.00 after interest was tacked on the verdict.
