Blessinger v. ACUITY, A Mut. Ins. Co.
Decision Date: 1/20/09
State of Wisconsin/Waukesha County
Contested Arbitration Hearing before 3 Arbitrator Panel
Attorney(s): Stuart R. Deardorff
S&D successfully defended an uninsured motorist claim involving a T-4 fracture, traumatic brain injury and soft tissue injuries sustained in a rear end accident. The claimant alleged continuing permanent back pain, as well as, significant permanent cognitive impairments and sought payment of $300,000 uninsured motorist limits. S&D argued the claim had a value of $80,000. The arbitration panel awarded only $80,000.
Wilson v. ACUITY, A Mut. Ins. Co.
Decision Date: 8/9/07
State of Wisconsin/Milwaukee County
Contested Arbitration Hearing before 3 Arbitrator Panel
Attorney(s): Stuart R. Deardorff
S&D prevailed in a contested arbitration hearing in which the claimant was seeking UIM benefits for injuries sustained in a rear-end collision. Claimant alleged a shoulder injury in the accident requiring surgery and future disability. Claimant sought $175,000 in damages. S&D successfully defended the matter resulting in an arbitration award of only $31,000.
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