Michael Perrone v. Joseph Savarese Real Estate Corp. v. M&Q Restaurant Corp. d/b/a Urbino

Michael Perrone v. Joseph Savarese Real Estate Corp. v. M&Q Restaurant Corp. d/b/a Urbino

Case Name

Michael Perrone v. Joseph Savarese Real Estate Corp. v. M&Q Restaurant Corp. d/b/a Urbino

Type of Injury

HERNIATED AND BULGING DISCS

Occupation

produce manager for a supermarket

Location

New York, NY

Verdict

This case settled after jury selection for $550,000, plus the waiver of a $175,000 Workers Compensation lien

Verdict Amount

$550,000.00

Case Details

XIV/37-34 FALLDOWN STAIRS HERNIATED AND BULGING DISCS

SETTLEMENT: Michael Perrone v. Joseph Savarese Real Estate Corp. v. M&Q Restaurant Corp. d/b/a Urbino 10905/91 Date of Settlement 2/7/97 New York Supreme

Pltf. Atty: Jeffrey M. Rich of Rich & Rich, Manhattan

This case settled after jury selection for $550,000, plus the waiver of a $175,000 Workers Compensation lien. Pltf., a 40-year-old produce manager for a supermarket, claimed that he was injured on 5/8/89 at approximately 10:30 AM when he fell on a staircase leading from a basement storage area of Deft. s premises to the sidewalk. At the time of the accident, Pltf. was working at a supermarket located in an adjoining building and had gone into Deft. s basement to locate plastic milk crates with which to build a display. He fell while walking up the stairs with two or three milk crates in his hands. Pltf. would have claimed that the stairs were defective and that he fell because a piece of a steel bull nose over the worn edge of the concrete step was missing. Deft. would have argued that Pltf. fell at a different location, that the fall was caused by his own negligence, and that the stairs were not defective.

Injuries: herniated discs ac C3-4, C4-5, C5-6, L2-3 and L4-5; bulging discs at L2-3, L3-4, L4-5 and L5-S1; psychological injuries, including marked depression as a result of not being able to work. Pltf. claimed that he is permanently disabled. Deft. claimed that Pltf. s injuries were pre-existing and not the result of this accident. Demonstrative evidence: Pltf. would have introduced MRI films; CAT scans; photos of the accident scene; spinal model. Carriers: Aetna/Travelers for Savarese Real Estate Corp.; Greater New York Ins. Co. for M&Q. Pltf. Experts: Pltf. would have called Stanley Fein, engineer, Plainview; Dr. Stanley Ross, orth. surg., Forest Hills; Dr. Carlisle St. Martin, neurologist, Forest Hills; Dr. Arthur Sternberg, psychiatrist, Forest Hills; Edmond Provder, vocational rehabilitation, Manhattan; Irwin Stricker, economist, Merrick. Deft. Experts: Deft. would have called Dr. Murray Burton, orth. surg., Manhattan; Dr. Ralph Olson, neurosurgeon, Manhattan; Morris Ehrenreich, Ph.D., vocational rehabilitation, Manhattan; John Garretto, engineer, Rockville Centre; Thomas Fitzgerald, economist, Mt. Vernon; Dr. Mark Rubinstein, psychiatrist, Manhattan.

Disclaimer: The information on this website and blog is for general informational purposes only and is not professional advice. We make no guarantees of accuracy or completeness. We disclaim all liability for errors, omissions, or reliance on this content. Always consult a qualified professional for specific guidance.

RECENT POSTS

The Role of Vocational Experts in Evaluating Earning Capacity
June 23, 2025
Discover how oasinc vocational experts assess earning capacity, analyze skills, and provide insights for legal, insurance, or personal career decisions. Learn more!
Importance of a Vocational Expert in TDIU Cases
June 2, 2025
Learn how oasinc vocational experts play a crucial role in TDIU cases and how their testimony can strengthen disability claims for veterans seeking benefits
When and Why to Call a Vocational Expert for Evaluations - Oasinc
May 19, 2025
Exploring what vocational evaluations are, how a vocational expert helps, and when is the right time to call oasinc vocation expert for evaluations. Learn More!
The Role of Vocational Experts in SSD Hearings - Oasinc
May 5, 2025
Learn how the role of a vocational experts enhances your SSD hearing and impact disability benefits. Learn how Oasinc Vocational Assessment Helpful in SSD Cases
What is the Role of the Vocational Expert? - OAS
April 21, 2025
What is the Role of the Vocational Expert? Explore what a Vocational Expert does, why they matter, and how Oasinc Vocational Expert services can help.

CONTACT US