Jorge Barrera, Theresa Price v. Helen Bayer
Published: Jul. 23, 2005 | Result Date: May 17, 2005 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 04CECG00283 Verdict – $26,273
Judge
Court
Fresno Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
James E. Stone
(Office of Merced County Counsel)
Experts
Plaintiff
Roderick Sorenson
(medical)
Facts
In 2003, 19-year-old Jorge Barrera and Theresa Price were passengers in a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. They were at a red traffic light at an intersection in Fresno. A vehicle driven by Helen Bayer rear-ended the Mitsubishi, causing significant damage. Barrera and Price, who both suffered soft-tissue injuries, sued Bayer.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiffs demanded $5,999.99 (C.C.P. Section 998) which was raised to $22,000 and $21,000 respectively, then reduced to $10,000 per plaintiff. The defendant offered $6,500 to each plaintiff, but withdrew the offer the day before trial.
Injuries
The plaintiffs claimed injuries consisting of soft-tissue neck and back injuries.
Result
$26,273
Deliberation
two hours
Length
two days
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