Auto Accident Case:
Plaintiff sued for soft tissue injuries (whiplash)and medical bills,
totaling $11,000 plus $4,000 in lost wages. Settled for the policy
limit of $50,000.
Federal Court Civil Suit:
for wrongful detention of plaintiff by store security. Plaintiff was
subjected to a five minute stop and found not to have any
merchandise concealed on his person. Sued for damages. Settled for
$13,500.
Auto Accident Case:
Plaintiff was rear ended, minor damage to vehicle, whiplash
injuries. Treated for 6 weeks and missed work for that period of
time. Arbitrator awarded the policy limit of $25,000.
Criminal Case: Client
accused of striking a bar patron with a beer bottle. Charged with
assault with a dangerous weapon. Found not guilty after trial.
Civil Assault Case: Former
employer sues employee for assaulting him at work sight. After the
employee was not returned to work from winder lay-offs. Judgment for
the employer. No money awarded and corresponding criminal case was
dismissed.
Homeowner sued by former
developer of subdivision for cutting trees on common land. Sued for
$185,00 to replace trees. Case dismissed by Superior Court and
Judgment entered for the homeowner.