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CONFIDENTIAL

Sep. 11, 1993

Personal Injury (Non-Vehicular)
Premises Liability
Dangerous Condition

Confidential

Settlement –  $231,349

Court

L.A. Superior Torrance


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Werner R. Meissner
(Meissner Law Firm PC)


Defendant

Todd A. Picker
(Vanderford & Ruiz, LLP)


Experts

Plaintiff

Lawrence Saks
(medical)

Lawrence Sacks
(medical)

M. Joel Scheinbaum
(medical)

Facts

On February 18, 1989, Plaintiff, a 64-year-old assistant manager at a shoe store, was assaulted and robbed while making a deposit in a night deposit box at Defendant bank. Plaintiff was in the course and scope of his employment at the time.

Settlement Discussions

Plaintiff contends they demanded $350,000 including Workers' comp lien and Defendant made no offer until just prior to the MSC, then $87,000 new money.

Specials in Evidence

$63,709 $90,000 unknown unknown

Injuries

Left orbital rim and lateral maxillary sinus fractures requiring reconstruction surgery and cosmetic surgery; loose left upper teeth requiring dental repair; contusions and ecchymosis of the face; emotional distress requiring therapy.


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