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Personal Injury
Auto v. Auto
Broadside Collision

Peter John Borodin v. Vickers Concrete Sawing Inc., Robert Edward Lara, and Does 1 through 20, inclusive

Published: Feb. 1, 2014 | Result Date: May 20, 2013 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: CGC 12 518641 Settlement –  $3,000,000

Court

San Francisco Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Stephen J. Gorog
(Law Offices of Stephen J. Gorog)

Kenneth L. Valinoti
(Valinoti, Specter & Dito LLP)


Defendant

Andrew M. Klimenko


Facts

On Feb. 20, 2012, Peter Borodin rode his motorcycle on Franklin St. in San Francisco. Robert Lara, who worked for Vickers Concrete Sawing Inc., was driving Vickers' vehicle on Hickory St. The two vehicles were involved in a collision at the intersection of the two streets. Borodin sued Lara and Vickers. Later, Lara was taken out of the lawsuit.

Contentions

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Plaintiff alleged that Lara hit his motorcycle and drove in a negligent manner. Also, plaintiff claimed Vickers negligently allowed him to drive its vehicle and should be liable for his conduct. Specifically, plaintiff argued Lara drove from an alleyway and tried to unlawfully drive through several traffic lanes, although he could only legally turn left based on a sign at the intersection.

Damages

Borodin asked for pain and suffering damages, medical expenses, and lost income in the future.

Injuries

Plaintiff suffered fractures to his fibula and tibia, and leg necrosis. He had to receive six surgeries.

Result

Vickers and Borodin reached a $3 million settlement.


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