Long v. McAllister
Iowa Supreme Court
319 N.W.2d 256 (1982)
Relevant factsFree
Long's (plaintiff) car was damaged by a farm wagon owned by McAllister (defendant), and Long sued for the car's fair market value plus $500 in rental costs incurred while waiting for insurance adjustment; the trial court, following precedent capping recovery at the vehicle's fair market value, denied the loss-of-use damages, and Long appealed.
IssueFree
Whether loss-of-use damages are available for a damaged or destroyed motor vehicle.