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Personal Injury
Auto v. Auto
Rear-End Collision

Roddy Miller, Sally Miller v. Christine Dan Thu Ngoc Le, Patricia H. Le

Published: Oct. 27, 2012 | Result Date: Aug. 1, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: 1-11-CV-197846 Bench Decision –  $10,800

Court

Santa Clara Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Ryan A. Ramseyer


Defendant

Truman Phan-Quang


Experts

Plaintiff

Seth Stairs
(technical)

Facts

Roddy Miller was driving south on Saratoga Avenue with his wife, Sally Miller. While stopped at a red traffic light, they were rear-ended by a vehicle operated by Christine Le. The Millers sued Le, claiming that she was negligent in the operation of her vehicle.

Le admitted liability for the accident.

Damages

Sally claimed $1,130 in past medical costs and sought $14,000 for her pain and suffering. Roddy claimed $9,819 in property damage and sought $14,500 for the loss of his vehicle's use.

Injuries

Sally was diagnosed with soft-tissue strains and sprains and received therapeutic treatment from her doctor for a year and a half. Roddy did not claim any injuries.

Result

The court awarded the Millers $10,800.

Other Information

INSURER: Safeco Insurance Company for Christine Dan Thu Ngoc Le.


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