Leila Miyamoto-Workman et al. v. Services Group of America.

Case Background

Cause

On July 18, 2016, Plaintiff Leila Miyamoto-Workman and Jack Miyamoto were in a vehicle at the intersection of E. Wardlow Road and Elm Ave in Long Beach, California. She was allegedly waiting at the intersection to make a left turn when an 18-wheeler truck, driven by Daniel Almazan, rear-ended her vehicle. Plaintiff Leila Miyamoto-Workman was seriously injured in the collision.

Injuries

The collision caused Leila to sustain severe and permanent injuries, including a traumatic brain injury and spinal injuries.

Damages

Plaintiff suffered several types of damages as a result of the incident. These included wage loss, loss of property use, and hospital and medical expenses. Additionally, the Plaintiff endured general damages and property damage. The incident also caused a loss of earning capacity. Other damages such as loss of consortium were claimed.

Plaintiff also sought prejudgment interest and interest on the damages, in accordance with Civil Code Sections 3287, 3288, and 3291.

Attorney Nick Rowley of Trial Lawyers for Justice requested that a Los Angeles County jury award between $48.5 million and $72.75 million to compensate for the extensive medical treatment following a traumatic brain injury and numerous neck and back surgeries. He argued that these damages were necessary to address the lasting effects of the injuries Miyamoto sustained in the crash.