Stephanie Hibler v. Southland Industries
Published: Aug. 10, 1996 | Result Date: Jul. 23, 1996 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: SC014722 – $0
Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Beverly Hills
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Raymond G. Schultz
(technical)
Oscar Thompson
(medical)
John Henderson
(medical)
Defendant
Richard G. Ness
(medical)
Michael D. Landman M.D.
(medical)
Facts
On Feb. 4, 1991, the plaintiff, Stephanie Hibler, a 47-year-old insurance agent, claimed that the defendant, Southland Industrial, allowed water to enter her condominium unit while installing an air-conditioning unit. She alleged that mildew grew on the carpet, aggravating her allergies and leading to hearing loss in her left ear. The defendant disputed the nature and extent of the plaintiff's claimed injuries and argued there was no causation.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a C.C.P. º998 settlement demand for $75,000. The defendant made a settlement offer of a waiver of costs.
Specials in Evidence
$46,655 $88,000 to $161,000 $177,480 to $321,300
Injuries
The plaintiff alleged she sustained hearing loss, aggravation of allergies and psychiatric problems as a result of the defendant's actions.
Other Information
The verdict was reached approximately 4 years and seven months after the case was filed. A settlement conference/mediation was held on ____/____/19____ before ___________________ (name) of ___________________ (affiliation or court) resulting in _______________.
Deliberation
1+ hours
Poll
12-0
Length
10 days
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