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Settlement – $500,000Court
L.A. Superior Santa Monica
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
On Sept. 7, 1994, the plaintiff, an attorney, was walking in a crosswalk when he was struck by an underinsured motorist. The plaintiff brought this action against the driver and his insurance carrier based on negligence. The defendant admitted liability.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a C.C.P. º998 settlement demand for $___________. The defendant made a C.C.P. º998 offer of compromise for $___________.
Specials in Evidence
$31,000 $100,000
Injuries
The plaintiff sustained a fractured tibia and fibula, fractured ribs, cardiac contusion, proximal supraventricular tachycardia, pulmonary collapse and multiple contusions/abrasions requiring internal fixation.
Other Information
The settlement was reached approximately three years after the case was filed.
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