Date: 07-28-2012

Case Style: Whitney Engler v. Dr. David Chao and Breg International

Case Number: GIC870982

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Court: Superior Court, San Diego County, California

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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.

Outcome: Plaintiff's verdict for $5 million.

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