Case Result

$132,000

Medical Malpractice

2012
Trial Verdict
Stockton, CA

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Case Details

Jury verdict for Moises Garcia against Dr. Emery Chen for negligently placing surgical clips across the common hepatic duct during a laparoscopic gallbladder surgery.

Additional Notes

Verdict exceeded plaintiff's last settlement demand. Defendant refused to settle. Plaintiff's expert, Dr. Barry Gardiner, convinced the jury. Defendant's expert, Dr. Lawrence Way, admitted standard of care violation. Medical costs awarded due to ERISA self-funded plan.

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