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Whitney Engler v. Dr. David Chao and Breg International
Date: 07-28-2012
Case Number: GIC870982
Judge:
Court: Superior Court, San Diego County, California
Plaintiff's Attorney:
Defendant's Attorney: Robert Frank for Dr. Chao
Description:
Whitney Engler v. Breg International on a products liability theory and Dr. David Chao on a medical negligence theory claiming that she was injured by a product called "Polar Care 500" recommended by Dr. Chao. Plaintiff claimed that Polar Care 500 caused her skin to begin to die after she used it. She claimed that she has had to have numerous reconstructive surgeries and will have to have more.
Dr. Chao denied wrongdoing. He claimed that the use of Polar Care 500 in post operative care is common and within the standard of care.
Dr. Chao denied wrongdoing. He claimed that the use of Polar Care 500 in post operative care is common and within the standard of care.
Outcome:
Plaintiff's verdict for $5 million.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Defendant's Experts:
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About This Case
What was the outcome of Whitney Engler v. Dr. David Chao and Breg International?
The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $5 million.
Which court heard Whitney Engler v. Dr. David Chao and Breg International?
This case was heard in Superior Court, San Diego County, California.
Who were the attorneys in Whitney Engler v. Dr. David Chao and Breg International?
Defendant's attorney: Robert Frank for Dr. Chao.
When was Whitney Engler v. Dr. David Chao and Breg International decided?
This case was decided on July 28, 2012.