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Cedric Taite Negligence Case Settles for $3M

Cedric Taite Negligence Case Settles for $3M

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Sohini Chakraborty
September 15, 2025

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Case Background

On December 30, 2019, Plaintiff Cedric Taite drove westbound on the SR-60 Freeway in South El Monte, California. Defendant Omar Penaloza operated a vehicle owned and controlled by Defendants, including J.J. Associates, Inc. Plaintiff alleged the vehicle was entrusted and maintained with the Defendants’ permission and consent.

Cause

Defendants allegedly drove, operated, and controlled the vehicle in a negligent, careless, and reckless manner. Plaintiff claimed this conduct caused the Defendant’s vehicle to collide with his car. He further alleged Defendants failed in their duty to operate and manage the vehicle safely, which directly and proximately led to the crash.

Injury

Plaintiff sustained injuries to his health, strength, and nervous system. He reported physical and emotional pain, suffering, and distress. His injuries limited his daily activities and caused ongoing discomfort.

Damages

Plaintiff claimed general damages for pain and suffering. He sought compensation for medical costs already incurred

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Categories

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Personal Injury Damages
Assumption Of Risk
Freeway Collision

Experts Referenced

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Dr. Stephen Martin Werner
Engineering
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Dr. Arthur Colville Croft
Chiropractics
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Jan Roughan
Life Care Planning
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Dr. Gregory H. Tchejeyan
Orthopaedic Surgery

About the Author

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Sohini Chakraborty
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