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Settlement – $145,000Court
San Bernardino Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
In April 1992, Plaintiff, a 38-year-old car rental agent, with a history of 2 prior miscarriages and hypertension presented to Defendant doctor for care and treatment of a high-risk pregnancy. Prenatal visits indicated decreased fetal movement, positive glucose, and edema. The estimated date of confinement was August 6, 1992. Plaintiff alleged there were positive signs and symptoms of fetal compromise and that Defendant doctor allegedly failed to meet the standard of care; a baby boy weighing over 9 pounds was stillborn on August 12, 1992.
Settlement Discussions
Plaintiff contends that they made a 998 offer in the amount of $225,000 and Defendant made no firm offer prior to settlement.
Specials in Evidence
none claimed none claimed
Injuries
Stillbirth; emotional distress.
Other Information
Defendant doctor brought a demurrer as to Plaintiff husband's cause of action for negligent infliction of emotional distress; the demurrer was sustained without leave.
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