Confidential
Verdict – $0Judge
Court
San Diego Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Scott D. Buchholz
(Dummit, Buchholz & Trapp)
Facts
On Feb. 12, 1999, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the plaintiff, a middle-age African-American male, was
mistakenly arrested for suspected shoplifting at the defendantÆs store by defendant employees.
The plaintiff brought this action against the store owner/operator and five employees alleging false arrest,
slander, battery and assault.
Damages
The plaintiff claimed punitive damages against all defendants.
Injuries
Emotional distress and the natural consequence of slander and false arrest.
Deliberation
one hour
Poll
11-1
Length
three days
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