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Type of action: Auto accident
Injuries alleged: Concussion and post-concussive symptoms including headaches, dizziness and loss of balance; low back injury with radiation into left leg
Name of case: Dinges v. Lim
Court: Page County Circuit Court
Case no.: CL20000171-00
Name of judge or mediator: Philip Blackburn
Date resolved: 8/2/2022
Special damages: $62,467.71 in medical expenses
Offer: $90,000
Verdict or settlement: Settlement
Amount: $450,000
Attorney for plaintiff (and city): John B. Krall, Harrisonburg
Description of case: The plaintiff had slowed to make a right turn in Page County and was rear-ended at approximately 60 mph. Initially, injuries included neck pain, back pain, right shoulder pain, right ankle pain and concussion. The plaintiff continued to treat for his concussion and back pain. Due to the concussion, the plaintiff could not continue working as a chauffeur. The plaintiff filed suit in Page County Circuit Court, and the case settled prior in mediation prior to trial.
Plaintiff’s attorney John B. Krall provided case information. [022-T-150]
