$15.3M
Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accident
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Case Details
Wrongful death case involving a rear-end collision by a speeding pharmaceutical sales representative, resulting in the death of three rear passengers including Mr. Hewlett, 22, who suffered a dislocated spine.
Additional Notes
Jury verdict included $13,000 for funeral/burial, $250,000 for punitive damages, $10 million for value of life, and $5 million for pain and suffering. Defense offered $4.5 million after two failed mediations, then $10 million the day before trial. Post-trial motion for new trial or reduction of the $5 million survival action award was filed by defense.