Mateo v. Freedman
Published: Jun. 26, 1999 | Result Date: Mar. 24, 1999 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: SC05470 Arbitration – $165,344
Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Santa Monica
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
William W. Brien
(medical)
Defendant
Keith E. Liberman M.D.
(medical)
Facts
On March 19, 1997, the plaintiff, a 54-year-old doctor on disability, was walking when she was struck by defendant's automobile at her left knee, knocking plaintiff to the ground. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendant based on negligence.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a settlement demand for $250,000 (policy limits), but told the mediator she would accept $150,000. The defendant made an offer of $75,000, which was increased to $80,000 at the prior mediation.
Specials in Evidence
$30,000 $30,000 (disputed)
Injuries
The plaintiffs sustained a crushed toe; injuries to left knee; neck and back pain; and left shoulder pain.
Other Information
The award was reached approximately one year after the case was filed. A prior mediation was held before Jeffrey Krivis of ADR.
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