Brynn Shriver v. Mary Brooks
Published: Dec. 12, 2009 | Result Date: Sep. 3, 2009 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 08CECG01838 Verdict – $5,646
Court
Fresno Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Jason S. Bell
(Baradat & Paboojian Inc.)
Defendant
R. Marc Stamper
(Law Office of Mark B. Busick)
Experts
Plaintiff
Rene A. Castaneda
(technical)
Kurt V. Miller M.D.
(medical)
Defendant
H.B. Morgan
(medical)
Facts
On Nov. 28, 2006, a vehicle driven by Mary Brooks rear-ended a vehicle driven by Brynn Shriver while Shriver waited to proceed at a stoplight. Shriver brought an action against Brooks, alleging motor vehicle negligence.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Shriver contended that Brooks' failure to pay attention caused the accident.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff demanded $70,000 and the defense offered $35,000.
Specials in Evidence
$13,398; $175,000.
Damages
Shriver sought damages for past medical costs, future medical costs, and past and future pain and suffering.
Injuries
Shriver suffered back, finger, and neck injuries, cervical strain, ulnar nerve damage, numbness, and soft-tissue injures. She required chiropractic treatment.
Result
The jury awarded the plaintiff $5,646.
Other Information
Anchor General Insurance Co. insured Brooks.
Deliberation
two hours
Poll
10-2 (damages)
Length
four days
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