Personal Injury Lawyer Blog
It is worth noting that situations similar to those described in this medical malpractice case could just as easily occur at any of the healthcare facilities in the San Jose area, such as Kaiser Permanente, Regional Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, or O’Connor Hospital.
(Please also note: the names and locations of all parties have been changed to protect the confidentiality of the participants in this personal injury lawsuit and its proceedings.)
The defense denied liability, asserting that the stroke was related to Serreno’s diabetes, rather than the injection of Phenergan into the artery. Counsel also contended that the line was not arterially placed, but properly placed in the vein.
Following the injury, Serreno was placed on disability and claimed that he will likely be unable to engage in employment that requires standing, walking or balancing. He alleged that the injury had a substantial effect on his career as a security guard and police officer, and that he is now limited to potential desk jobs. He further claimed that even a desk job would be difficult, due to the extremely limited use of his left, non-dominant arm.
Serreno claimed past lost earnings of $113,862, and future lost earnings of $1,653,031, based on a loss of earning capacity of $50,320 a year. He further sought pain and suffering damages of $250,000 (capped by MICRA). He did not seek medical costs.
For more information you are welcome to contact Sacramento personal injury lawyer, Moseley Collins.
The defense disputed Serreno’s claim that he could not hold certain employment in the future due to his injuries and the amount of money he predicted that he would lose in the future.
SUMMARY:
RESULT: Mediated Settlement
Award Total: $490,000
For more information you are welcome to contact Sacramento personal injury lawyer, Moseley Collins.