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Jay Mehring v. City of Spokane
Date: 11-05-2011
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Court: Superior Court, Spokane County, Washington
Plaintiff's Attorney: Bob Dunn
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Description:
Former Spokane Police Detective Jay Mehring, age 43, sued the City of Spokane, Washington and Chief of Police Anne Kirkpatrick claiming that he was wrongfully terminated by the Chief of Police in violation of his civil rights under 42 U.S.C. 1983. He claimed that the City had no right to fire him in 2007 following allegations that the threatened to kill his wife during a messy divorce. He claimed that his due process rights were violated by the City and that he suffered emotional distress as a direct result of the City's wrongful conduct.
The defenses asserted by the City of Spokane are not available.
The defenses asserted by the City of Spokane are not available.
Outcome:
Plaintiff's verdict for $46,000 in economic damages, $427,000 in emotional distress, pain and suffering damages and $250,000 in puntive damages.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of Jay Mehring v. City of Spokane?
The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $46,000 in economic damages, $427,000 in emotional distress, pain and suffering damages and $250,000 in puntive damages.
Which court heard Jay Mehring v. City of Spokane?
This case was heard in Superior Court, Spokane County, Washington, WA.
Who were the attorneys in Jay Mehring v. City of Spokane?
Plaintiff's attorney: Bob Dunn.
When was Jay Mehring v. City of Spokane decided?
This case was decided on November 5, 2011.