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CONFIDENTIAL

Dec. 31, 1993

Personal Injury (Vehicular)
Automobile Accident
Motorbike Collision

Confidential

Settlement –  $90,000

Judge

Peter C. Smith

Court

San Diego Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Brian D. Ghiglia


Defendant

Arthur J. McKeon III


Facts

On September 30, 1992, Plaintiff, a 20-year-old hair stylist, was driving her motor scooter in the bike lane when Defendant exited a driveway of a shopping center, causing Plaintiff with collide with Defendant's automobile. Defendant admitted liability for the purposes of the settlement conference.

Settlement Discussions

Plaintiff contends they demanded $100,000 and defendant offered $50,000.

Specials in Evidence

$5,563 $270 unknown $2-5,000

Injuries

Broken nose, scar on the ridge of the lip below the nose, scratches on the right knee -- all resulting in scarring which will require future scar revisions; soft tissue back requiring physical therapy.


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