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Personal Injury
Auto v. Auto
Rear-End Collision

John Bango v. James P. Mayer

Published: Feb. 14, 2009 | Result Date: Dec. 19, 2008 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: HG07319029 Verdict –  Defense

Court

Alameda Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Louis S. Abronson
(Abronson Law Offices)


Defendant

Milan R. Yancich


Experts

Plaintiff

Gary Belaga
(medical)

Brandon Roberts
(medical)

Ralph Dumouchel
(medical)

Facts

On Aug. 1, 2006, James Mayer rear-ended John Bango's vehicle. Bango brought an action against Mayer alleging motor vehicle negligence. An arbitrator awarded Bango $14,0333, which Bango rejected.

Settlement Discussions

The plaintiff demanded $100,000 and the defendant offered $1,025.

Damages

Plaintiff requested $20,000.

Injuries

The plaintiff claimed that he suffered from a stroke, concussion, and whiplash, which required chiropractic treatment.

Result

Defense verdict.

Other Information

State Farm insured Mayer.

Deliberation

1.75 hours

Poll

12-0

Length

five days


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