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Settlement – $750,000Judge
Court
Santa Clara Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Barry Press
(medical)
David W. Swift
(technical)
Paulette Jacome
(medical)
Robert Lutz
(technical)
Facts
On Oct. 19, 1995, the plaintiff, a 28-year-old student in her sixth jewelry-making course, was severely burned when an alcohol burner made from a baby food jar that was given to her by her instructor malfunctioned and spilled its contents into her lap. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendant school district baesd on negligence and respondeat superior theories of recovery.
Settlement Discussions
The settlement discussions were not disclosed.
Specials in Evidence
$59,000 (per the plaintiff) or $31,000 (per the defendant) $____________ $____________ $____________
Injuries
The plaintiff alleged she suffered second degree burns from her neck to her knees.
Other Information
The settlement was reached approximately eight months after the case was filed.
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