Robert Scott v. Robert Kroll
Published: Apr. 19, 2008 | Result Date: Jan. 17, 2008 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 05CV4055 Verdict – $40,000
Facts
On Jan. 29, 2005, plaintiff Robert Scott, a 76-year-old physician's assistant, was visiting Karly's Winery in Amador County and walking down a short flight of steps with two friends ahead of him. Plaintiff noticed a dog, owned by defendant Robert Kroll, tied to a railing post at the bottom of the stairs. At the last step, plaintiff turned around and backed down the step with his right hand on the railing. Defendant's dog jumped and bit plaintiff's right hand.
Settlement Discussions
Plaintiff was awarded $5,000 in arbitration.
Damages
Plaintiff's counsel suggested a minimum verdict of $25,000; defense counsel suggested a verdict of $2,000-$3,000.
Result
Verdict for $40,000 (general damages).
Other Information
Insurance carrier for defendant was Allstate Insurance.
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