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GAL attacked widow in wrongful death case – $90,612 Verdict

The guardian ad litem alleged that the widow was unfaithful to her husband during the time leading up to his death and had been arrested for possession of drugs. The GAL argued she deserved nothing for sorrow, mental anguish and solace.

[19-T-003]

Type of action: Motion for Distribution of Wrongful Death Settlement Proceeds

Injuries alleged: Damages for sorrow, mental anguish and solace

Name of case: Rhonda Montgomery, ADM of the Estate of Zachary Nathaniel Wilson v AFS of Fincastle, Inc., el. al.

Court: Botetourt Circuit Court

Case no.: CL15000295-00

Tried before: Judge

Name of judge: Judge Joel R. Branscomb

Date resolved: Oct. 17, 2018

Demand: $500,000.00

Offer: $5.00

Verdict or settlement: Verdict

Amount: $90,612.23

Attorneys for plaintiff: Dan Bieger and Frankie Slaughter, Bristol, Tennessee

Attorneys for defendant: Robert C. Hagan Jr. and Nolan R. Nicely Jr., Fincastle