Cardoza v. Laird Manufacturing

In the case of Cardoza v Laird Manufacturing, Personal injuries arising from a farming accident caused by Defendants’ negligence. Multiple trial issues included standard of care, comparative negligence, contributory negligence, and permanent disability. Five day jury trial in Glenn County that included testimony from multiple expert witnesses on both liability and damage issues. The highest pre-trial settlement offer from Defendants totaled $160,000.00, which was rejected by Plaintiffs. Five day jury trial resulted in a gross verdict in favor of the Plaintiffs totaling $557,628.00. Stewart P. Galbraith of Penney & Associates represented Mr. & Mrs. Cardoza.

Jury Verdict: $557,628.00
Location: Orland, CA

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