Personal Injury
Auto v. Bicycle
Right Turn Collision
Armida Costilla v. Carl A. Moeller
Published: Sep. 3, 2011 | Result Date: Sep. 1, 2010 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: BC414379 Settlement – $12,000
Facts
On May 15, 2008, a 14-year-old minor was riding his bicycle eastbound on Melrose Avenue when he came to a red pedestrian light and stopped. After the light turned green, minor proceeded through the light and was hit by a vehicle driven by Carl Moeller, who was exiting a parking lot.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Minor, through his guardian, Armida Costilla, filed suit against Moeller, alleging motor vehicle negligence.
Damages
Minor sought $6,290 in medical expenses.
Injuries
Minor sustained a sprain/strain to his spine, as well as sprains of his knee, ankle, and thigh, and a right leg contusion.
Result
The parties reached a settlement for $12,000.
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