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Personal Injury
Auto v. Pedestrian
Negligence

Fernando Hernandez, Veronica Hernandez v. Adalberto Gutierrez Alvarez, Auto City, Camiones de Mexicali, Tustin Toyota, Unique Autos, Francisco Ruiz

Published: Sep. 15, 2012 | Result Date: May 8, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: 37-2009-00101104-CU-PA-CTL Verdict –  $304,179

Court

San Diego Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Alton F. Kuperman


Defendant

Michael G. Arkin


Facts

Plaintiff was standing near a food truck when an approaching vehicle driven by defendant Adalberto Alvarez lost control and struck him. Plaintiff sued Defendant on negligence grounds and Defendant admitted liability.

Injuries

Plaintiff sustained multiple fractures to his legs and complained of residual pain. Plaintiff also contended that he lost the ability to run or to engage in vigorous exercise with his legs.

Result

Verdict in the amount of $151,000, in addition to stipulated economic damages, for a total award of $304,179.

Deliberation

four hours

Poll

12-0

Length

two days


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