# 00383038, Sheryl McBride v. Ivonne Amezquita, filed 10/8/10

Plaintiff’s Attorney: Frank R. Bellinghiere

Defendant’s Attorney: Daniel W. Smoke

Verdict: $13,500.00                                                Dept. 43, Hon. Mark S. Borrell

Plaintiff’s vehicle was rear-ended on Ventura Rd. in Oxnard on 3/13/10.   She was transported to Ventura County Medical Center ER with neck and shoulder  complaints.   Plaintiff received prescription medications, physical therapy, cortisone injections and use of a neck brace over a four-month period.  No loss of earnings was claimed.  Plaintiff filed a limited jurisdiction case in which Defendant admitted liability but challenged the full extent of injuries and damages claimed.  Defendant’s vehicle was deemed a total loss.  Non-binding arbitration award in favor of Plaintiff amounted to $21,963.72.  Defendant filed a request for trial de novo.    Jury awarded $8,500 past medical expenses and $5,000 past non-economic damages after deliberating one hour.