Ms. Kimberly Kinakin, the plaintiff, was injured in a car accident, and she claimed that her injuries caused persistent hip and back pain, which affected her personal life and ability to work. The defendants, Minh-Dang Nguyen and Hoang Nguyen, argued that her subsequent difficulties were unrelated to the accident. Since the accident, Ms. Kinakin experienced constant pain, limitations in activities, and a negative impact on her personal life. She tried various jobs but was unable to continue due to the pain. Her relationship with her husband and children was also affected.
The court generally accepted Ms. Kinakin's evidence and awarded her $640,880 in damages, adjusted as follows: $140,000 for pain and suffering, $87,080 for past wage loss (adjusted for 2022 earnings and a 34-hour work week at Bass Pro), $313,700 for future earning capacity loss (adjusted for a 34-hour work week at Bass Pro), $25,100 for past housekeeping capacity loss, and $75,000 for future housekeeping capacity loss. Further discussions were allowed for adjustment agreements if needed. Additionally, she was granted $1,408.80 as special damages and ongoing care costs under the Insurance (Vehicle) Act. Ms. Kinakin was awarded costs of the action at Scale B, pending potential submissions on costs.