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Personal Injury
Auto v. Auto
Rear-End Collision

Cheryl Stone v. Staretta Smith

Published: Sep. 15, 2007 | Result Date: Jul. 19, 2007 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: 06-219211 Verdict –  $90,800

Court

Tulare Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Richard P. Berman


Defendant

Brian K. Yakura


Experts

Plaintiff

Bruce Trevino
(medical)

Jesse L. Wobrock Ph.D.
(technical)

Defendant

H.B. Morgan
(medical)

Facts

On June 16, 2004, Cheryl Stone, 25, was rear-ended by Staretta Smith. She sued for motor vehicle negligence. Smith conceded liability.

Specials in Evidence

$7,100

Damages

The plaintiff suffered $3,900 worth of damage to her car.

Injuries

Persistent back and leg pain requiring physical therapy.

Result

The plaintiff was awarded $90,800.

Deliberation

four hours

Poll

11-1

Length

four days


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