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Craig Staffa v. John F. Buckalew and Moore's Bar & Liquors
Date: 03-05-2009
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Court: Superior Court, Middlesex County, New Jersey
Plaintiff's Attorney: Robert Adinolfi, Pellettieri, Rabstein and Altman, Princeton, New Jersey
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Description:
Craig Staffa, age 49, sued John F. Buckalew and Moore's Bar & Liquors on negligence and dram shop theories for the injuries and damages sustained by him in an car wreck in 2004. Staffa sustained spinal cord injuries in the accident that blinded and paralyzed him. Staffa claimed that Moore's Bar & Liquors negligently sold alcohol to Buckalew despite the fact that he was visibly intoxicated. Staffa gave the keys to his car to Buckalew because he believe that he was too intoxicated to drive. Buckalew had a blood alcohol level of .19 when tested after the accident.
The defenses asserted by defendants are not available.
The defenses asserted by defendants are not available.
Outcome:
Plaintiff's verdict for $3.25 million with a finding that plaintiff was 35% at fault resulting in a net verdict of $2 million.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of Craig Staffa v. John F. Buckalew and Moore's Bar & Liquors?
The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $3.25 million with a finding that plaintiff was 35% at fault resulting in a net verdict of $2 million.
Which court heard Craig Staffa v. John F. Buckalew and Moore's Bar & Liquors?
This case was heard in Superior Court, Middlesex County, New Jersey, NJ.
Who were the attorneys in Craig Staffa v. John F. Buckalew and Moore's Bar & Liquors?
Plaintiff's attorney: Robert Adinolfi, Pellettieri, Rabstein and Altman, Princeton, New Jersey.
When was Craig Staffa v. John F. Buckalew and Moore's Bar & Liquors decided?
This case was decided on March 5, 2009.