Personal Injury (Vehicular)
Auto v. Pedestrian
Wrongful Death
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Settlement – $475,000Judge
Court
San Diego Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
Decedent was working as a flagger at a roadside construction site. Defendant fell asleep at the wheel while driving past decedent's work site. Defendant veered off the highway striking and killing decedent instantly. At the time of the incident, defendant was working in the scope of his employment for the county library system dropping off and picking up books. Plaintiffs, who are decedent's husband and children, brought a wrongful death and other causes of action.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiffs demanded $525,000.
Other Information
The case against the State of California was dismissed. The worker's compensation claim was also released based on lack of employer negligence.
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