Charles Woodward, Sr. v. Olmstead

Circuit Court of Clay County, Missouri, Docket #: CV1016163

Judge:  Anthony Rex Gabbert

Keith A. Cary, attorney for defendant.

Type of Claim: Rear end collision.  A 36-year-old male suffered a bulging disc when her vehicle was struck from the rear by the male defendant’s vehicle at a controlled intersection.  The plaintiff contended that the defendant failed to maintain a safe distance and failed to keep a proper lookout.  The defendant denied liability, disputed the nature and extent of the plaintiff’s injuries, and contended that the plaintiff stopped his vehicle in a sudden manner.

Damages Alleged:     Past medical: $10,809
                                    Future medical: $9,000

Plaintiff’s Experts: None presented.

Defendant’s Experts:  None presented.

Demand Before Trial: $65,000

Offer Before Trial: $12,000

Verdict:  For plaintiff ($3,200).