Greer v. Key

Case Background

Vickie Greer filed an auto negligence lawsuit in the Mississippi Circuit Court, Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, following a rear-end collision. Judge Celeste E. Wilson presided over this case. [Case number: 19-489]

Cause

On November 1, 2017, Vickie Greer from Byhalia drove her Buick sedan along Highway 78 in Olive Branch. As she prepared to exit at Bethel Road, she slowed down and yielded to oncoming traffic. During this process, Michael Key rear-ended her vehicle.

Injury

Due to the collision, Greer received treatment for pain in her neck, back, and shoulders due to soft tissue injuries.

Damages

The collision damaged Greer’s car and resulted in medical expenses totaling $6,385. She filed a lawsuit seeking compensation from Key.

Key Arguments and Proceedings

Legal Representation

  • Plaintiff(s): Vickie Greer
    • Counsel for Plaintiff(s): D. Reid Wamble
  • Defendant(s): Michael Key
    • Counsel for Defendant(s): Goodloe T. Lewis

Claims

Greer blamed Key entirely for the rear-end collision, alleging auto negligence.

Defense

Key denied responsibility for the accident. He claimed Greer had started to merge but abruptly braked without warning, causing her vehicle to stop. Key asserted that he lightly tapped her car at no more than 7 mph. He maintained that Greer was at fault.

Jury Verdict

On November 14, 2024, the jury delivered its verdict. It found that Key was not at fault, so it did not consider Greer’s duties, apportionment, or damages. As a result, the court entered a defense judgment in favor of Key.

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