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CONFIDENTIAL

Aug. 20, 2005

Personal Injury
Auto v. Motorcycle
Underinsured Motorist

Confidential

Settlement –  $180,000

Court

Case Not Filed


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Margaret L. Kirby

Steven C. Kirby
(Kirbys Law)

Aimee E. Kirby
(Dolan Law Firm PC)


Defendant

Beverly E. Narayan
(Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP)


Experts

Plaintiff

Kenneth D. Goranson
(medical)

Defendant

Gordon L. Levin M.D.
(medical)

Facts

The plaintiff, Curtis Relick was riding his motorcycle when a car, crossing over double yellow lines, entered his lane of traffic and collided with him. The responsible party paid the policy limit of $15,000.

Settlement Discussions

The plaintiff demanded $220,000. The defendant offered $120,000.

Injuries

The plaintiff suffered an injury to his left knee, right elbow, forearm, and right wrist; a small contusion to his arm; and multiple fractures to his foot, which required surgery. He went through physical therapy but continued to suffer pain, stiffness, and swelling in his leg. He also has a permanent scar from the surgery.

Other Information

The case was settled before Jack Williams.


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