Facts

Tammra Borrall, a realtor, was driving on State Route 12 when Renee Simone struck her head-on as Simone was making a left turn from the side of the road. Borrall went to the emergency room, was treated at a later date by a doctor at Kaiser, and had 38 subsequent chiropractic and massage treatments.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Borrall contended that she could not work for a limited period, causing her to lose a commission worth $12,675. She also claimed that she could not hike or perform strenuous physical exercise. Borrall alleged damages of $11,300 for past medical costs, $20,000 for her pain and suffering, and $12,675 for past-lost earnings.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Simone admitted liability, but contended that Borrall underwent excessive medical treatment because her injuries were not serious. Borrall should have had only 8 chiropractic treatments. Defendant contended Borrall's total damages award should be only $11,824.66, including $1,400 for lost earnings and $5,000 for pain and suffering.

Specials in Evidence

Borrall claimed $12,675 in past-lost earnings.

Injuries

Borrall suffered soft tissue injuries, back pain, neck pain, and a bruised chest.

Result

Verdict in the amount of $13,547, including $6,447 in past medical costs, $2,100 in past-lost earnings, and $5,000 in past pain and suffering.

Deliberation

three hours

Poll

9-3

Length

three days