2003John Doe v. Swygert & Eastern Aluminum Supply, Virginia Beach Circuit Court (2003)
60 year old chiropractor, while riding bicycle, was struck in back of head by side mirror of delivery truck. Although initially having refused medical treatment, he later developed cognitive and psychological difficulties which radically altered his lifestyle. His special damages include $26,101.00 in past medical bills, $478,800.00 in future medical costs, and $720,000.00 in lost earning capacity. The parties settled after mediation for $2.4 million.