Hamilton v. Musick
Published: Nov. 2, 2000 | Result Date: Oct. 15, 2000 |Case number: YC033117 Verdict – $0
Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Torrance
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
On Sept. 18, 1997, the defendant, who was driving a 1988 Honda Accord, rear-ended the plaintiff's 1995 Plymouth Neon at the intersection of Sepulveda and Crenshaw. The impact resulted in cosmetic damage to both vehicles.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff demanded $25,000, reduced to $16,000. The defendant offered $1,751.
Damages
The defendant reported that the damage to the plaintiff's Neon was $346 and $235 to the defendant's Honda.
Injuries
Sprain/strain to cervical spine, 3 mm bulge at L5-S1, exacerbation of arthritic hip resulting in total hip replacement.
Deliberation
two hours and 15 minutes
Poll
12-0
Length
seven days
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