Personal Injury (Non-Vehicular)
Dangerous Condition
Public Roadway
Confidential
Settlement – $975,000Judge
Court
San Luis Obispo Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
J. Jude Basile
(The Basile Law Firm)
Defendant
Facts
During the El Nino storms in 1998, highway 166 washed out in the middle of the night. The plaintiff drove into
the Cayuma River. Three others died in the washout including two California Highway Patrol officers. The
plaintiff was one of two survivors.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff demanded $1 million, increased to $1.2 million. The defendants made no offer until 12 days before trial.
Specials in Evidence
$100,000 $150,000
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