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Personal Injury
Auto v. Auto
Rear-End Collision

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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