Swartzbaugh v. Gasore & Niyogushima


Case Name:Swartzbaugh v. Gasore & Niyogushima
Case Number:LACI012063
Date of Trial:10/15/2025
Venue:
Marshall County
Casetype/Claims:CIVIL LAW - PERSONAL INJURY - MOTOR VEHICLE, Motor Vehicle Collision

Judge:Derek Johnson

Plaintiff's Counsel:Grant C. GangestadDefendant's Counsel:Christopher S. Wormsley

Verdict:For Plaintiff
Past Medical Expenses: $5,940.73
Future Medical Expenses: $23,000
Loss of Full Mind and Body – Past: $20,000
Loss of Full Mind and Body – Future: $20,000
Physical and Mental Pain and Suffering – Past: $20,000
Physical and Mental Pain and Suffering – Future: $20,000
TOTAL DAMAGES: $108,940.73

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Statement of Case:
In this auto collision case, defendant admitted fault. The parties disputed the nature and extent of the damages claimed by the Plaintiff.

Injuries alleged:

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