Los Angeles County Settles in Officer Traffic Accident
Los Angeles County Settles in Officer Traffic Accident
The County of Los Angeles settled in May 2012 for $525,000 with Plaintiff Arthur Lerille, Jr., in a Los Angeles County Superior Court, a claim alleging negligent driving on the part of a Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriff. Attorney fees and costs of $83,426 were incurred.
On November 8, 2008, at 5:25 a.m., Defendant ran a red light in his patrol car in unincorporated Los Angeles County, broadsiding Plaintiff, causing injury. The County claimed Plaintiff was not wearing a seat belt, which cased his injuries. Internal investigation concluded fault on the part of the deputy. Administrative action was taken against the deputy. See: Arthur Lerille, Jr. v. County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Superior Ct., Case No. KC 059 580.
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Arthur Lerille, Jr. v. County of Los Angeles
| Year | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Cite | Los Angeles Superior Ct., Case No. KC 059 580 |
| Level | State Trial Court |
| Conclusion | Settlement |
| Attorney Fees | 83,426.00 |
| Damages | 525,000.00 |