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Personal Injury
Auto v. Pedestrian
Intersection

Frances Mariana Morales v. Daniel Leroy Lay

Published: Aug. 16, 2014 | Result Date: Jun. 6, 2014 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: RIC1218335 Settlement –  $42,000

Court

Riverside Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Paul L. Ness
(Law Offfices of Paul L. Ness)


Defendant

Alexander L. Haus


Facts

Frances Morales sued Daniel Lay, in connection with an accident involving a pedestrian.

Contentions

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Plaintiff claimed she was walking in a crosswalk when a left-turning vehicle operated by defendant struck her. She was injured as a result, and sued defendant for negligence.

Damages

Plaintiff requested $23,500 in past medical expenses, $8,000 in past lost earnings, and an unspecified amount of damages for pain and suffering.

Injuries

Plaintiff fractured her right wrist, and sustained injuries to her head and back. Plaintiff claimed she continued to suffer anxiety and post traumatic stress due to the incident.

Result

The parties reached a $42,000 settlement.

Other Information

INSURER: Allstate Insurance Co.


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