Petitioners, Parkersburg police officer and the City, appeal the denial of their motion for a new trial. Plaintiff was involved in a vehicle accident with defendant police officer, which resulted in a jury award of $4,500 for lost wages; $9,387.50 for medical expenses; and $200,000 for general damages.

Petitioner/defendant below appeals the circuit court’s denial of his motion for a new trial in respondent’s action for damages resulting from a motor vehicle accident. Petitioner’s motion for a new trial was based on the circuit court’s conduct at trial and its ruling allowing respondent to admit petitioner’s work product into evidence at trial.