Gus Muniz v. Lamarr Trucking, Tracy C. Jones
Published: Sep. 17, 2011 | Result Date: May 12, 2011 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: RIC10007598 Settlement – $80,000
Court
Riverside Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Kristian Mendyk
(medical)
Khalid Nur
(medical)
Facts
James Inman was driving on Main Street with Gus Muniz as his passenger on April 28, 2008, when he was rear-ended by a truck driven by Tracy Jones near the intersection with Placentia Lane.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Muniz filed suit against Jones and his employer, Lamarr Trucking, alleging motor vehicle negligence and vicarious liability.
DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Jones and Lamarr admitted liability, but contended that Muniz's shoulder injury was not caused by the accident.
Injuries
Muniz sustained soft tissue injuries to his neck and back, and underwent chiropractic treatment. Muniz was subsequently diagnosed with a rotator cuff, undergoing surgery.
Result
The parties reached a settlement for $80,000.
Other Information
Insurer: Praetorian Insurance Co. for both defendants
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