Jimmy Callella, Margaret Callella v. United Merchandizing, Big 5 Corp.
Published: Oct. 12, 2000 | Result Date: Jun. 27, 2000 |Case number: 239114 Verdict – $26,000
Judge
Court
Kern Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
On July 23, 1998, a double box trailer, pulled and owned by the defendant, had the rear box disconnect, flip over on side and came to rest blocking traffic on northbound Interstate 5 near Bakersfield. The plaintiffs husband and wife, in their late 60's struck the trailer at a low speed.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiffs demanded $50,000. The defendants made no offer.
Specials in Evidence
$4,300 (Jimmy); $7,500 (Margaret)
Injuries
Jimmy Callella sustained neck and upper back injuries with no residuals. Margaret Callella sustained neck and upper back with residual headache.
Deliberation
3.5 hours
Poll
12-0 (for plaintiffs)
Length
3.5 days
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