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CONFIDENTIAL

Mar. 5, 1994

Personal Injury (Vehicular)
Product Liability
Negligent Repair

Confidential

Settlement –  $32,000

Judge

Robert E. Thomas

Court

Orange Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Scott W. Hanssler


Defendant

John W. Shaw


Facts

On October 24, 1991, Plaintiff Matthew Parker, a 24-year-old airport ramp agent, was ejected from an airport tug when the seat slid forward. One week prior to this incident, the tug had been sent to Defendant Certified Aviation, for repair of the seat.

Settlement Discussions

Plaintiff contends they demanded $30,000 and Defendant offered $15,000. Defendant contends that Plaintiff's demand was $65,000.

Specials in Evidence

$7,934 $4,627

Injuries

Fractured right ankle requiring surgical repair; residual pain and discomfort.


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