Kathryn Taylor v. Joseph P. Graves, M.D.; American Institute of Liposculpture and Plastic Surgery
Published: May 24, 1997 | Result Date: Apr. 25, 1997 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 694348 – $0
Judge
Court
San Diego Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
In January 1995, plaintiff Kathryn Taylor, a __-year-old __________ (occupation) underwent two surgical procedures, liposculpture to the thighs and abdomen and a breast augmentation, with defendant Joseph P. Graves, M.D., at the defendant American Institute of Liposculpture and Plastic Surgery. The plaintiff claimed no physical damage but claimed emotional damage due to an unauthorized individual performing the surgery. She also alleged lack of informed consent. The defendant denied all allegations. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendants based on medical negligence and lack of informed consent theories of recovery.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff's settlement demands, if any, were not disclosed. The defendants made a C.C.P. º998 offer of compromise for $29,999.
Damages
The plaintiff asked the jury to award $40,000.
Injuries
The plaintiff alleged she suffered emotional distress.
Other Information
The verdict was reached approximately ______ years and ______ months after the case was filed. A settlement conference/arbitration/mediation was held on _____/____/19____ before _____________ (name) of __________ (affiliation or court) resulting in ____________ .
Deliberation
6 hours
Poll
10-2 (negligence), 9-3 (causation)
Length
7 days
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