IN IRAC FORMAT

Frederick collides with Amelies car. As a result of the collision Amelies car is totaled at a final value of $3000. Amelie also suffers neck and back injuries that require extensive medical treatment. The cost of medical treatment amounts to $15,000. Due to the extent of her injuries Amelie must sleep on a special bed recommended by her physician. She purchases the bed at $1200. Amelie hires an attorney, Zion. Zion charges $300/hour. Zion has worked 40 hours on Amelies case. Amelie has to miss a month of work. She generally earns $500/week. She also has to rent a car for 2 months. The rental amount comes to $1750. Amelies court fees amount to $1000.

A] At her final court hearing the judge finds Frederick at fault. Zion requests that all costs listed above be paid by Frederick. Is Frederick responsible for these expenses? If so in what total amounts and what categories? Explain.

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