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Personal Injury (Vehicular)
Auto v. Auto
Rear-End Collision

Julie Johnson, Brett Johnson, Nicole Johnson, a minor v. Jennifer Kepner, Howard Kepner

Published: Nov. 11, 2000 | Result Date: Jun. 19, 2000 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: 972049887 Verdict –  $3,290

Judge

Karen L. Strombom

Court

Pierce Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Michael Mckasy


Defendant

Timothy A. Delange


Experts

Plaintiff

Richard Raymond
(medical)

Facts

The plaintiffs mother and daughter, ages 32 and 9, contended they were hit from the rear by the defendant's vehicle. The defendant contended she was stopped behind the plaintiffs on a slight downhill grade and accidentally rolled forward. The force of impact disputed.

Settlement Discussions

Julie Johnson demanded $6,005 while Brett Johnson demanded $1,850. The defendant offered $1,000 to Julie and $300 to Nicole.

Specials in Evidence

$1,345 (Julie); $600 (Nicole) $680

Injuries

Julie Johnson claimed chronic neck and back strains and sprains. Nicole Johnson claimed minor cervical strain. Brett Johnson claimed loss of consortium.

Length

2.5 days


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