Douglas Davis v. Raelyn Sherouse, Gary Sherouse
Published: Aug. 18, 2012 | Result Date: May 25, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: SC112222 Verdict – Defense
Court
L.A. Superior Lancaster
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Robert R. Shiri
(Law Offices of Robert R. Shiri APC)
Defendant
Facts
Douglas Davis was riding a bicycle on a sidewalk when he collided with a vehicle operated by Raelyn Sherouse. Sherouse was pulling out of a shopping center parking lot. Davis sued Sherouse for being negligent in the operation of her vehicle.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Davis claimed that as he rode his bicycle, Sherouse attempted to pull out of the parking lot and struck him. He alleged that Sherouse failed to yield to his bike.
DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Sherouse claimed that she was at a complete stop when Davis crashed into her standing vehicle.
Damages
Davis sought $140,000 in total damages.
Injuries
Davis claimed soft tissue injuries to his neck and back. He treated with three months of physical therapy. He claimed he still experienced residual pain and discomfort in his neck and back.
Result
The jury rendered a defense verdict.
Deliberation
one hour
Poll
8-0
Length
four days
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