ANTHONY L NELSON VS ALISHA A RANKIN ET AL


Case Name:ANTHONY L NELSON VS ALISHA A RANKIN ET AL
Case Number:LACL155288
Date of Trial:03/06/2025
Venue:
Polk County
Casetype/Claims:Personal Injury - Motor Vehicle

Judge:Samantha Gronewald

Plaintiff's Counsel:Eric K. SchadeDefendant's Counsel:Randy J. Wilharber, Emma M. Steffen, Morgan T. Borron

Verdict:For plaintiff
Past Medical Expenses: $19,053.96
Future Medical Expenses: $40,000
Lost Wages: $3,803.04
Loss of Full Mind and Body – Past: $42,000
Loss of Full Mind and Body – Future: $25,000
Physical and Mental Pain and Suffering – Past: $20,000
Physical and Mental Pain and Suffering – Future:$ 10,000
TOTAL DAMAGES: $159,857
Comparative Fault: ☒Jury found no sudden emergency

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Offer Before Trial:

Statement of Case:
: This matter arises out of a motor vehicle and pedestrian collision involving the Plaintiff, Anthony L. Nelson, and the Defendant, Alisha A. Rankin. The collision occurred at or near the intersection of 2nd A venue and Center Street in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa on August 6, 2021. Mr. Nelson alleges Ms. Rankin was negligent in the operation of her vehicle on August 6, 2021. Ms. Rankin denies that she was negligent and further denies her actions were a proximate cause of Mr. Nelson's claimed injuries and damages.

Injuries alleged:

Official Jury Verdict Form:
Nelson v Rankin Verdict.PDFNelson v Rankin Verdict.PDF

Documents of interest:
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Nelson v Rankin Jury Instructions.PDFNelson v Rankin Jury Instructions.PDF

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