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

LaRosa v. Southwick

Published: Jul. 29, 2000 | Result Date: Mar. 31, 2000 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: 98AS04805 Verdict –  $35,204

Judge

William M. Gallagher

Court

Sacramento Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Peter J. Kozak


Defendant

Suzanne M. Trimble


Experts

Plaintiff

Christopher Regules
(medical)

Defendant

Daniel Maloney
(technical)

Rick N. Robertson
(technical)

Jennifer L. Martin
(medical)

Facts

The plaintiff, a 32-year-old lath installer, was rear-ended by defendant. The defendant admitted liability but contended that the impact as 10 mph was insufficient to cause significant injury.

Settlement Discussions

The plaintiff made a C.C.P. Section 998 demand of $14,999. The defendant made a C.C.P. Section 998 of $5,031.

Damages

$154 (property damage)

Injuries

The plaintiff sustained headaches, neck, back and shoulder pain. Plaintiff's low back and shoulder pain resolved within a few weeks, however, there were mild occasional residuals thereafter.

Deliberation

two hours

Poll

10-2

Length

four days


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