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Plaintiff struck by vehicle, injured while crossing street in Arlington — $135,000 verdict
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//August 2, 2021
Plaintiff struck by vehicle, injured while crossing street in Arlington — $135,000 verdict
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//August 2, 2021
Type of action: Personal injury
Injuries alleged: Concussion, facial lacerations, hearing loss
Name of case: Weddel v. Shirhattikar
Court: Arlington Circuit Court
Case no.: 20-2183
Date resolved: 7/6/2021
Special damages: $10,200 in medical expenses
Offer: $17,000
Verdict or settlement: Verdict
Amount: $135,000
Attorney for plaintiff (and city): Ryan Quinn, Arlington
Insurance carrier: Progressive and USAA
Description of case: Plaintiff was a lawful pedestrian at the intersection of N. Carlin Street and N. Glebe Road in Arlington, when he was struck by defendant’s vehicle on N. Carlin Springs Road when he entered the intersection to turn onto N. Glebe Road. As a result of the collision, plaintiff sustained significant personal injuries including a concussion, facial lacerations and hearing loss.
[021-T-088]
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