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CONFIDENTIAL

Dec. 11, 1993

Personal Injury (Non-Vehicular)
Premises Liability
Slip and Fall

Confidential

Settlement –  $65,000

Judge

S. James Otero

Court

L.A. Superior Glendale


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Robt McNamara


Defendant

Donna D. Melby
(Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP)


Facts

On September 16, 1991, Plaintiff, a 27-year-old driver for Valtrans, was within the course and scope of her employment while at Defendant discount store which was undergoing reconstruction. She tripped and fell within the construction area.

Settlement Discussions

Defendants contend they offered $65,000 and Plaintiff made no specific demand. Plaintiff contends she demanded $75,000 and the Defendants initially made no offer, but then settled for $65,000.

Specials in Evidence

$17,417 unknown unknown

Injuries

Left foot ankle sprain requiring immobilization; inconclusive herniated L5-S1 disc requiring possible future laminectomy.


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