Case Result

$150.8M

Wrongful Death

2013
Trial Verdict
Capistrano Beach, CA

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Case Details

Jury verdict in a wrongful death lawsuit for a young client whose family (parents and brother) died in a horrific truck collision on the 210 Freeway. The truck driver had pulled over without lights or reflectors, leading to a crash where the family's vehicle became trapped and caught fire.

Additional Notes

Largest wrongful death verdict in California history. The verdict included $8.75 million awarded to the young girl. The case involved a truck driver for Bhandal Bros. Trucking Inc. who stopped on the freeway shoulder without proper safety measures, resulting in a fatal collision and fire. Recovery also sought for negligent infliction of emotional distress.

BRIAN BRANDT

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BRIAN BRANDT

Capistrano Beach, CA
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