Facts

Abid Abou was driving on Interstate 15 in San Diego on March 17, 2009 when he was rear-ended by a vehicle driven by Christiana Wood.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Abou filed suit against Wood, alleging motor vehicle negligence. He contended that Wood was speeding and inattentive at the time of the accident.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Wood alleged that Abou was comparatively at fault for the accident, contending he was speeding and came to an abrupt stop.

Damages

Abou sought damages of $35,000 in medical costs, and total damages of $129,000.

Injuries

Abou claimed injuries to his neck, back, head, left shoulder and elbow, undergoing chiropractic treatment.

Result

The jury awarded Abou $13,204 in damages.

Deliberation

six hours

Poll

10-2

Length

four days