Real Property
Fire
Commercial Building Fire
Confidential
Settlement – $130,000Court
Santa Clara Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Joseph Pieper
(technical)
Facts
On July 27, 1991, oil-soaked rags allegedly caused a fire in Plaintiff's commercial building by spontaneous combustion. Defendant was Plaintiff's tenant who allegedly left the rags at his woodworking premises; Defendant conceded liability after 2 years.
Settlement Discussions
Plaintiff contends they demanded $166,000 and Defendant offered $100,000.
Damages
$166,000 in property damage.
Other Information
This case was mediated by Thomas Reese.
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