Case Result

$29.2M

Car Accident

2011
Trial Verdict
Napa, CA

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Case Details

A woman and three children were involved in a fiery head-on crash on Highway 12, killing two children and paralyzing the third. Jurors found Caltrans 35% responsible for not extending a median barrier.

Additional Notes

Solano County jury awarded $29.2 million in July 2011. Caltrans officials found 35 percent responsible. State was liable for $20 million due to special damages. State only offered $3 million before trial.

Bennett Johnson, LLP

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Bennett Johnson, LLP

Napa, CA
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