The following blog entry is written to illustrate an example of a personal injury case. Reviewing this kind of lawsuit should help potential plaintiffs and clients better understand how parties in personal injury cases present such issues to the court.
(Please also note: the names and locations of all parties have been changed to protect the confidentiality of the participants in this personal injury lawsuit and its proceedings.)
It was suspected that, during this time, members of the party were trying to destroy the evidence of drinking and other illicit activity, waiting for Amos’s alcohol level to subside, and were developing their “story” to tell the police. While they waited to call police, Mark remained trapped in the back seat of the car submerged in the icy water at the bottom of the river.
Ultimately, hours later, Amos’ blood alcohol level was tested and estimated to have been above the legal limit at the time of the accident. He also tested positive for marijuana. The investigation determined that Amos drove into the river after missing a turn on a dirt road. Amos had a previous citation of reckless driving with alcohol on his record.
CLAIMED INJURIES
According to Plaintiff: Death.
CLAIMED DAMAGES
According to Plaintiff: Not reported.
SETTLEMENT DISCUSSIONS
According to Plaintiff: Not reported.
COMMENTS
According to Plaintiff: This case is unique in that the insurance company quickly settled the case against the adult who was trusted with the care of the teenager for policy limits.
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SUMMARY:
Verdict/Judgment: Settlement
Verdict/Judgment Amount: $1,000,000
For more information you are welcome to contact Sacramento personal injury lawyer, Moseley Collins.