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Personal Injury
Dog Bite
Strict Liability

Miguel Angel Ascencio v. Richard MacDonald

Published: Oct. 3, 2009 | Result Date: Aug. 10, 2009 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: KC052599 Verdict –  $318,000

Court

L.A. Superior Pomona


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Gregory A. Lee


Defendant

Arnold M. Johnson


Facts

Plaintiff Miguel Ascencio, age 37, was attacked by defendant Richard MacDonald's pit bull on defendant's property. The plaintiff was living on defendant's property for at least six months prior to the attack.

Specials in Evidence

Plaintiff claimed $68,000 in medical costs.

Injuries

The plaintiff claimed injuries to his left arm, wrist, and elbow that required surgery. Scarring occurred as a result.

Result

A verdict was returned for plaintiff for $318,000, awarding $68,000 for economic damages and $250,000 for non-economic damages.

Other Information

FILING DATE: March 26, 2008.


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