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CONFIDENTIAL

Jul. 31, 1999

Torts
Strict Liability
Negligence

Confidential

Settlement –  $80,000

Judge

Victor E. Bianchini

Court

San Diego Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

David E. Wilkinson


Defendant

William P. Volk


Facts

On Jun 7, 1997, a fire originating from a propane-fueled dryer caused a fire that damaged the home and certain property of the home-owner plaintiffs.

Settlement Discussions

The plaintiffs demanded $850,000 and defendants offered $20,000.

Other Information

The settlement was reached one year after the case was filed.


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