# 9. Odette Cohen v. William Ramirez, et al.
Case No.: BC633842
Matter on calendar for: Motion for New Trial; Motion to Tax Costs
Tentative ruling:
Background
This action arose from a vehicle collision. Plaintiff Odette Cohen and Defendant William Ramirez, employed by Defendant Akhoian Enterprises, Inc., dba Mr. Rooter Plumbing, collided at the intersection of Figueroa Street and Rosecrans Avenue. Plaintiff alleged that Defendant Ramirez attempted a reckless left turn, causing the collision. Defendants argued Defendant Ramirez had a green arrow, and that Plaintiff’s sudden acceleration caused the collision. The case proceeded to a jury trial, where a verdict was rendered for the Defendants.
Plaintiff now moves for a new trial and to tax costs. Oppositions and replies have been filed and considered.
For the reasons set forth below, the Court denies the motion for new trial and grants the motion to tax, in part.
Standard
Motion for New Trial
Article VI, section 13 of the Califo
Type
Motor Vehicle - PI/PD/WD (General Jurisdiction)
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# 9. Odette Cohen v. William Ramirez, et al.
Case No.: BC633842
Matter on calendar for: Motion for New Trial; Motion to Tax Costs
Tentative ruling:
Background
This action arose from a vehicle collision. Plaintiff Odette Cohen and Defendant William Ramirez, employed by Defendant Akhoian Enterprises, Inc., dba Mr. Rooter Plumbing, collided at the intersection of Figueroa Street and Rosecrans Avenue. Plaintiff alleged that Defendant Ramirez attempted a reckless left turn, causing the collision. Defendants argued Defendant Ramirez had a green arrow, and that Plaintiff’s sudden acceleration caused the collision. The case proceeded to a jury trial, where a verdict was rendered for the Defendants.
Plaintiff now moves for a new trial and to tax costs. Oppositions and replies have been filed and considered.
For the reasons set forth below, the Court denies the motion for new trial and grants the motion to tax, in part.
Standard
Motion for New Trial
Article VI, section 13 of the Califo