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Settlement – $125,000Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Glendale
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Chadwick E. Smith
(medical)
Defendant
Robert T. Rosenfeld
(medical)
Calvin H. Frazier
(medical)
Rollin Weber
(medical)
Robert H. Brumfield III
(medical)
Christopher Jobe
(medical)
Thomas Sabourin
(medical)
Facts
On June 3, 1988, Plaintiff, a 24-year-old accountant, was involved in a bicycle accident with an automobile. Defendant orthopedic surgeon performed six surgeries in 21 months, including a patellectomy; Plaintiff allegedly requires a total knee replacement.
Settlement Discussions
Plaintiff contends they demanded $250,000 and Defendant offered no consent.
Specials in Evidence
$40,000 $90,000
Injuries
Permanent knee damage requiring total knee replacement.
Other Information
A jury awarded a verdict of $250,000 reduced by 40% comparative fault by Plaintiff (to $150,000); the case settled for $125,000 with pending post-trial motions by both parties.
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