Margaret Taylor v. E.C. Construction Co. and David White
Published: Dec. 30, 2006 | Result Date: Jul. 12, 2006 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: GC 036642 Settlement – $100,000
Court
L.A. Superior Alhambra
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Brian S. Nelson
(Law Offices of Brian Nelson)
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Anthony G. Rodas
(medical)
Facts
Margaret Taylor was traveling on southbound Mentor Ave. A pickup truck driven by Dave Wilhite turned into Taylor's lane, striking her vehicle on its right side. Wilhite, who was driving in the course of his employment with E.C. Construction, was traveling at a speed of 20 mph. Taylor filed a lawsuit against Wilhite and E.C. Construction. Against Wilhite, Taylor alleged negligent operation of a motor vehicle. Against E.C. Construction, Taylor alleged vicarious liability. The defendants admitted liability.
Specials in Evidence
$26,446. $15,000 to cover epidural injections the plaintiff may require.
Damages
The plaintiff suffers from pain and has trouble with her daily chores. Past and future pain and suffering damages were requested.
Injuries
The plaintiff was given medication to alleviate her soft tissue injuries. Physical therapy was also recommended. The defense challenged the prescribed medications and physical therapy as excessive.
Result
$100,000; mediated settlement.
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