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CONFIDENTIAL

Oct. 21, 1995

Personal Injury (Vehicular)
Automobile Accident
Left Turn Collision

Confidential

Settlement –  $60,000

Judge

Frederick P. Horn

Court

Orange Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Will Jay Pirkey
(Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney)


Defendant

John J. Russo


Experts

Plaintiff

Dilip Tapadiya
(medical)

Facts

On January 13, 1994, Plaintiff, a 50-year-old insurance agent/broker, was traveling in his automobile on Bolsa Chica Road, within the speed limit, traveled through an intersection with a green light. Defendant made a left turn in front of Plaintiff; and the two vehicles collided.

Settlement Discussions

Plaintiff contends he demanded $150,000; reduced to $75,000; then $65,000; and Defendant offered $50,000; reduced to $55,000; and then $60,000.

Specials in Evidence

$12,427 not claimed

Injuries

Soft tissue neck and back requiring physical therapy; broken tooth requiring dental restoration; bruised knee which may require surgery.

Other Information

This case was filed on December 12, 1994; nine months and twenty one days prior to this result.


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