LaMarche v. Nunes ($70,098 settlement)

Landlord And Tenant Lead Paint Poisoning

Type of injuries: Lead poisoning

Court/case #-. Berkshire Superior Court, CA No. 91-0475

Judge or Jury: N/A

Special damages: $3,555 for medical bills

Damages awarded or settled: Settled

Amount- $70,098 structured payout

Attorney for the plaintiff: Robert K Rainer, Chris A. Milne, Boston

Attorney for the defendant- Withheld

Name of case: LaMarche v. Nunes carrier. N/A

Highest offer: N/A

Other useful information: This child suffered moderate lead poisoning. The child had psychological testing which revealed that the child was performing above average.

Upon the filing of the complaint in this action, the court allowed plaintiffs motion for a preliminary injunction, finding that the family was indigent and ordering immediate de-leading and payment or alternate housing. This case was settled with the assistance of Peter J. Contuzzi, a mediator from Northhampton who was chosen by defense counsel. The settlement was structured to provide a college fund for the child.

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