Cheryl Cifuni v. Gheorghe Chitescu

VERDICT

Trial
03/01/22 – 03/07/22

Summary

Decedent Mikayla Cifuni was involved in a fatal accident when Gheorghe Chitescu rear-ended her car at over 60 miles per hour. Cifuni's family sues Chitescu and his wife, Alina Dillman, claiming that Chitescu was acting as an employee of Dillman's company at the time of the accident. They also argue that Dillman negligently entrusted him with a company van. The court granted summary judgment for liability, finding Chitescu liable for the crash.

Outcome

Verdict for plaintiffs.
Total damages: $7.241 million.

Sessions

MAR
2

Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.

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