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CONFIDENTIAL

Sep. 12, 1998

Personal Injury
Negligence
Chemical Exposure

Confidential

Settlement –  $0

Judge

Charles W. Stoll

Court

L.A. Superior Glendale


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Robert J. Kaiser


Defendant

Paul K. Schrieffer


Experts

Defendant

Milton E. Ashby
(medical)

Facts

The plaintiffs in this case were at the defendant amusement park on an amusement attraction when a hydraulic line ruptured and doused then with chemicals. The plaintiffs brought this action against the defendant based on product liability and negligence.

Settlement Discussions

The plaintiffs made a pre-trial settlement demand for $2.25 million (combined). The defendant made an offer of $15,000 (combined).

Specials in Evidence

$120,000 (combined) $120,000 (combined)

Injuries

The plaintiffs claimed they were exposed to a toxic substance causing exacerbating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphyzema, skin and eye damage; and breathing problems.

Other Information

The settlement was reached on the second day of trial.


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