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Personal Injury (Non-Vehicular)
Assault and Battery
Negligent Security

Nelson P. Sanchez v. Toys "R" Us

Published: Apr. 8, 1995 | Result Date: Feb. 28, 1995 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: GC004638 –  $0

Judge

Coleman A. Swart

Court

L.A. Superior Pasadena


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Jeffrey Lipow


Defendant

Gerry De Simone
(De Simone & Huxster)


Experts

Plaintiff

Ivan Thomas
(medical)

Facts

On December 24, 1991, Plaintiff Nelson P. Sanchez, a 32-year-old carpet installer, arrived at Defendant Toys "R" Us Store, after closing. After being advised that the store was closed, Plaintiff stayed on the premises until an altercation occurred between Plaintiff and Defendant's security guard.

Settlement Discussions

Defendant contends it offered $12,750 new money and Plaintiff demanded $50,000 new money ($25,000 advanced by the security service).

Specials in Evidence

$12,750 not claimed

Damages

Plaintiff claimed $95,000 general damages and $12,750 special damages.

Injuries

Severe fracture of the nose requiring reconstruction surgery; exacerbation of preexisting respiratory problems.

Deliberation

3 hours

Poll

12-0

Length

6 days


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