Melissa D. Townsend v. Forest Meadows Apts., et al.[05 CIV 1291]
Court:Medina County Court of Common Pleas
Judge:Kimbler
Date of Trial:April 16-20, 2007
Facts:Criminal attack upon plaintiff resulted in severe brain injury. Attack occurred on defendant's property while plaintiff was a tenant. Plaintiff alleged negligence, violation of the Landlord Tenant Act and breach of express and/or implied warranties.
Injury/Damages:Plaintiff sustained a fractured skull, brain hematoma, fractured vertebrae in her neck. Plaintiff had surgical implant of a plate and screws in her head. She sustained brain damage. Medical bills totaled $105,000.00.
Non-medical Experts:Ralph Witherspoon Walter J. KosmatkaThomas Davis
Medical Experts:Dr. LechnerNone
Lowest Demand:$350,000.00
Highest Offer:Highest Demand: $1,000,000.00
Jury Verdict:Unanimous defense verdict
Percent of Comparative Negligence:N/A
Net Award:N/A
Plaintiff's Attorney:Stephen J. Brown, Jennifer Matyac
Defendant's Attorney:Jim Tyminski, Steve Persia
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