Donaciano Trujillo Carranza v. Brian Alcaraz
Published: Aug. 13, 2011 | Result Date: Apr. 12, 2011 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: VG10509754 Verdict – $14,962
Court
Alameda Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
David E. Hunter
(JAMS)
Experts
Plaintiff
Stephanie J. Martin
(medical)
Facts
Donaciano Carranza was driving southbound on Maple Street in Livermore on May 15, 2009, when he was struck by a vehicle driven by Brian Alcaraz at the intersection of Third Street.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Carranza filed suit against Alcaraz, alleging motor vehicle negligence. Carranza contended that Alcaraz failed to stop at a stop sign and yield the right of way.
DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Alcaraz admitted liability, but disputed the extent of Carranza's claimed damages.
Damages
Carranza sought damages for lost wages, medical expenses, loss of earning capacity, property damages and general damages.
Injuries
Carranza claimed he suffered back and neck injuries, as well as injuries to his ligaments.
Result
The jury awarded Carranza $14,962 in economic damages. The jury awarded $0 in non-economic damages.
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