Judith Potter v. David Levitt, D.D.S.
Published: May 25, 1996 | Result Date: Mar. 21, 1996 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 712809 – $0
Judge
Court
Orange Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Jeffrey M. Anielski
(Diederich & Associates)
Experts
Plaintiff
Ronald M. Kaminishi
(medical)
Defendant
Dennis G. Smiler
(medical)
Facts
On August 20, 1992, the defendant, David Levitt, D.D.S., placed a superiorsteal implant in the mouth of the plaintiff, a 57-year-old secretary. The implant failed. The plaintiff consulted with an oral surgeon who recommended a bone graft and osteointegrated implants. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendant based on dental malpractice and negligence theories of recovery.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a settlement demand for $100,000. The defendant made no settlement offers.
Specials in Evidence
$13,000 not claimed
Injuries
The plaintiff alleged that she sustained pain and suffering and dental expenses as a result of the defendant's medical negligence.
Other Information
The verdict was reached approximately two years and eight months after the case was filed.
Deliberation
2 hours
Poll
8-0
Length
4 days
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