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Settlement – $1,000,000Facts
On April 4, 1992, Plaintiff, a 27-year-old software technical support clerk, was riding her bicycle in an eastbound direction on MacArthur Boulevard. Plaintiff looked behind her to see Defendant's bus approaching her lane of travel. As the bus approached, Plaintiff began to pass a parked car to her right. The bus driver allegedly did not see Plaintiff. The bus overtook Plaintiff just as she had nearly finished passing the parked car. The bus then struck Plaintiff's bicycle and the impact of the collision propelled Plaintiff forward. Plaintiff landed in front of the parked car.
Settlement Discussions
Plaintiff contends their demand was $1,100,000 and Defendant initially offered $300,000 structured.
Specials in Evidence
$300,000 not claimed yes, unspecified
Injuries
Multiple pelvic fractures requiring open reduction internal fixation; perirectal tear and soft tissue wounds to sacrum and buttocks requiring 3-month hospitalization, a series of reconstructive surgeries, and resulting in fecal incontinence and diminished sensation as well as nerve and muscle damage.
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