LOS ANGELES : King Jurors Ask Judge for Guidance on Legal Fees
Jurors in Rodney G. King’s federal lawsuit against the city sent a note to the judge Monday asking if attorneys fees should be considered when determining the amount of money to award King.
U.S. District Judge John G. Davies said he would tell the jury no. But the communication was an indication to some that the jury may be nearing a decision on the amount to compensate King for his injuries from the police beating on March 3, 1991.
The 10 jurors have been deliberating since Wednesday afternoon. King’s attorney asked the jury to award his client $15 million, while attorneys for the city said $800,000 would be appropriate.
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Police Department has asked the court to delay announcing any damage decision to give police a chance to mobilize.
Davies did not rule on the request, which was relayed to him by the city attorney’s office last week. Lt. John Dunkin, a police spokesman, said the department is not anticipating problems but wants to be prepared.
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