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Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Negligent Hiring and Supervision

Cindy L. Grine v. Kathleen Lenihan, Donald Lenihan

Published: Jul. 30, 2011 | Result Date: Oct. 15, 2010 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: CI62140 Settlement –  $25,000

Court

Tehama Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

David L. Edwards


Defendant

Michael R. Laidlaw

Timothy M. Blaine


Facts

Cindy Grine, a mentally disabled person, was injured while she was playing volleyball at the Pathways to Success facility in Corning. The facility was owned by Kathleen Lenihan and Donald Lenihan individually and dba Pathways to Success.

Grine sued the Lenihans and alleged that her injuries occurred as a result of a Pathways employee colliding with Grine. Grine was knocked to the floor, causing her to fracture her left hip. Grine alleged negligence and negligent supervision. The Lenihans denied liability.

Result

The parties entered into a settlement for $25,000, which included: $8,333 in attorney fees; $3,152 for costs; $6,758 for Medi-Cal lien; $3,500 for the construction of a ramp; and $2,293 for reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses.


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