Michelle Lawrence v. Michael Bateman
Published: Oct. 10, 1998 | Result Date: Apr. 6, 1998 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 962129909SEA Verdict – $3,500
Judge
Court
King Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Bruce Clayton
(medical)
Richard Haynes
(medical)
Facts
Plaintiff Michelle Lawrence, a 28-year-old secretary who was 8-months pregnant, was the seat-belted driver of a vehicle stopped for traffic. The plaintiff contended defendant Michael Bateman rear-ended her vehicle with significant damage to both cars. The plaintiff's vehicle was also pushed into the car ahead. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendant based on negligence.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a settlement demand for $45,000. The defendant made an offer of $13,179.
Specials in Evidence
$3,701.08 $9,198
Injuries
The plaintiff alleged soft tissue injuries to her back, neck and abdomen; and headache.
Other Information
An arbitration was held resulting in an award of $17,039.86. The defendant requested a trial de novo.
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