TRIAL SUMMARY

Deanna (Wrongful death Gary) Short v. Foster Wheeler, LLC.: San Francisco County
Superior Court, Case No. 443568

Date of Dismissal: March 17, 2009

Judge: Hon. Robert L. Dondero, SFSC Dept. 6

Trial Counsel:
• Gilbert Purcell of Brayton Purcell
   for Plaintiff: Deanna (Gary) Short
• Edward R. Hugo of Brydon Hugo & Parker
   for Defendants Foster Wheeler, LLC.


Results: Dismissal


Facts and Allegations:

Plaintiff's filed a wrongful death complaint on March 22, 2006, alleging that decendent, Gary Short, died of mesothelioma as a result of his occupational exposure to asbestos In the Navy (1957-1961) and while employed by PG&E (Pacific Gas & Electric) as an oiler/operator (1961-1966). Foster Wheeler denied Plaintiff's allegations and was dismissed by Plaintiff's after the conclusion of their opening statement.