Dalton v. Schultz

Admitted liability motor vehicle accident where Plaintiff was rear-ended in his work vehicle. Plaintiff claimed injuries to all regions of his spine, as well as to his hips and left shoulder. In addition, Plaintiff claimed to have chipped two teeth and developed neurological issues in his left arm. Plaintiff’s total claimed medical damages amounted to $21,816.00. Plaintiff also asserted a wage loss claim for $1,015.00. Plaintiff’s last pre-trial settlement demand was for $70,000.00, and he asked the jury for $98,000.00. Defendant’s last pre-trial settlement offer was for $29,500. The jury returned a verdict of $31,344.00. Plaintiff’s wife requested an additional $5,000 for loss of consortium. The jury awarded her $0.

 

  • 1 week trial

  • August 2018

  • Pierce County

  • 774401

Brown v. Wahl

Neighbor dispute where plaintiffs alleged defendants were liable for nuisance, trespass, invasion of privacy, and outrage. Defendants’ actions allegedly resulted in severe emotional distress and hospitalization. After a three-week trial, plaintiffs’ counsel asked for over $300,000. The jury returned a defense verdict.

 

  • Three week trial

  • November 2017

  • Pierce County

  • 16-2-10236-6

Silver v. Libstaff

Property dispute concerning a shared well. Neighbor (Libstaff) cut off access to the well, claiming the client (Silver) had no right to its use. Following a bench trial, client was awarded an easement allowing access to the well, together with permanent injunctive relief prohibiting Libstaff from interfering with Silver’s use and enjoyment of the well. Silver was awarded costs as the prevailing party.

 

  • 1 week trial

  • January 2017

  • Pierce County

  • 15-2-11578-8

Johnson v. Billings & Town of Steilacoom

Action involving allegations of intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress against client law enforcement officer (and co-defendant Steilacoom) arising out of arrest and use of force on plaintiff-motorist in the course of a traffic stop. Plaintiff also alleged wrongful conduct based on subsequent interactions with client. Plaintiff requested $800,000 in total damages from the jury. Defense verdict was issued following two-week trial. 

 

  • Two week trial

  • December 2016

  • Pierce County

  • 14-2-13145-9