HIGHLIGHTS VERDICTS & SETTLEMENTS

25.1 Million Dollar Gross Verdict; October 2004
Motorcycle v. automobile accident, left turn accident. The defendant argued that the plaintiff, who admitted to drinking and speeding, was wholly at fault, since he was DUI and was traveling at such a high rate of speed. The Defense offered their 15,000.00 Safeco policy to settle too late.
Pullen v. LeMasters, Los Angeles Superior Court, Glendale, Case No. EC 036770

10 Million Dollar Settlement; October 2006
Insurance bad faith case. The insurance carrier failed to disclose the applicable insurance policy limits pre lawsuit. The case went to trial and an excess verdict was rendered.
Henry Doe v. Roe Insurance Company, Confidential settlement, Los Angeles Superior Court

9.3 Million Dollar Toxic Chromium Airborne Exposure Settlement; December 2003
Six plaintiffs were exposed to toxins and suffered from various birth defects as well as cancer. The defendants argued that any injuries were unrelated to the chromium.
Six Does v. Roe Corporation. Confidential settlement, Los Angeles Superior Court

8 Million Dollar Settlement Obtained in Toxic Ground Water Case; December 2005
After more than 6 years of hard fought litigation that included two successful appeals to the California Supreme Court, DeWitt . Algorri . Algorri lawyers, acting in association with other counsel, represented various homeowners and residents of a Southern California city and successfully prosecuted several industries that polluted this area's aquifer with toxic chemicals over the course of many years. The pollution caused cancer and serious health complications.
Confidential Settlement, Los Angeles Superior Court

6.50 Million Dollar Settlement, Vehicle Roll Over, Roof Crush / Tire Failure Settlement; June 2003
Plaintiff was paralyzed in a single vehicle rollover over accident, when the rear tire de treaded and his van rolled over. The roof crushed down a upon him causing his injuries.
Plaintiff filed suit against the vehicle manufacturer as well as the tire manufacturer. The case settled during trial.
Confidential Settlement, Riverside Superior Court

5.55 Million Dollar Settlement Received by a Construction Worker; January 2005
Plaintiff was struck and injured by a heavy piece of equipment and paralyzed, at Mt. San Antonio Junior College.The plaintiff also received extensive worker compensation benefits.
Camacho v. Madrid Laser Screed & Boom Pump, et al, Los Angeles Superior Court No.: KC041715

4.75 Million Dollar Recovery, Jury Verdict. Dangerous Condition of Public Property against State Of California, December, 2007
Plaintiff was a passenger in a vehicle operated by his friend that went off the 110 Freeway protected by an old bridge rail. The driver was DUI. Jury found 50% against Cal Trans. Case then settled. Plaintiff, a 34 year old Honduran immigrant, who was also intoxicated, was paralyzed in the accident.
Vindel v. State of California, et al, Los Angeles Superior Court No.: BC342167

4 Million Dollar Settlement, Motor Vehicle Accident; July 2005
Head on motor vehicle accident causing injuries and the death of a minor. Defendant Company, while not disputing the plaintiffs’ injuries, argued that it was not liable for the acts of the Co-Defendant driver who was driving a company van without permission and who fled the scene of the accident.
Confidential Settlement, San Bernardino Superior Court

2.83 Million Dollar Settlement, On the Job Burn Injuries, Faulty Valve; July 2005
Plaintiff, a plumber, was scalded on his lower body by hot water when a valve failed.
Confidential Settlement. Los Angeles Superior Court, Torrance

1.5 Million Dollar Settlement, Low Speed Impact, Low Back Injury; October 2006
Defense argued a minimal impact and hence no injuries caused by the accident. Plaintiff had low back surgery.
Willis v Underwood. San Bernardino County Superior Court, Case No. RCV088304

$1,425,000 Automobile Accident Settlement; June 2007
Low back injury.
Deorta v. Reddick. Riverside Superior Court, Case No. RIC426809.

$716,000.00 Verdict Low Speed Impact, Neck Injury; October 2004
Defense hired “Junk Science” accident reconstruction expert “who testified that plaintiff’s injuries could not be caused by the accident. The jury rejected this claim. The defendant only had a 15,000.00 liability policy with Infinity Insurance.
Uemura v. Ouang Los Angeles Superior Court, Pasadena, Case No.: GC 029783

$285,000.00 Medical Malpractice Verdict, Loss of an Unborn Child; June 2005
The jury rendered a verdict against a Victorville Physician who failed to timely deliver a baby at Victor Valley Hospital. The mother filed suit for her emotional distress.
Shana Smith v. Daniel Villarosa, M.D. San Bernardino County Case No. VCVVVS 033485