Verdict for plaintiff in wrongful death case against State of California

Verdict for plaintiff in wrongful death case against State of California

two women

Client’s wife was killed when car operated by husband lost control after striking a boulder on highway 80 in the Sierra Mountains. Case was tried to a jury on liability resulting in a verdict for the plaintiff, following the verdict, the case was settled for $800,000.00. (Tan v Cal Trans)

Settlement Amount
$800,000

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