Facts

A car driven by Carey Compton was struck from the rear by another vehicle. Compton filed suit against Camelle Soto, the driver of the other car, and Leon Soto, the owner of the car.

CONTENTIONS:
Defendants conceded liability, but claimed that the level of impact was so slight that the plaintiff's claimed injuries must have been pre-existing conditions. They suggested $500 was an appropriate figure for damages.

Settlement Discussions

Plaintiff demanded $5,000, defendant offered $1,000.

Specials in Evidence

Plaintiff visited a chiropractor 29 times, and requested $2,969 in medical expenses.

Damages

Plaintiff sought $3,500 for her pain and suffering.

Injuries

Plaintiff sustained soft-tissue injuries to her neck and back.

Result

The jury awarded plaintiff $787.

Other Information

Plaintiff filed a bill of costs for $587. Judgment has been satisfied.

Deliberation

1/2 day

Poll

11-1