The court ruled the plaintiff met the statutory threshold for general damages due to severe, permanent psychological impairments caused by a motor vehicle accident.
This decision concerns a threshold motion following a jury trial for damages arising from a motor vehicle accident.
The court was required to determine whether the plaintiff, Carissa Marcantonio, suffered a "permanent serious impairment of an important physical, mental or psychological function" as defined by the Insurance Act.
After reviewing the evidence of the plaintiff, her family, friends, treating professionals, and expert witnesses, the court found that the plaintiff suffered a severe, permanent impairment of an important mental or psychological function as a result of the accident, entitling her to general damages as awarded by the jury.
SCJSuperior Court of JusticeJun 4, 2025
