Case Result

$16.1M

Motorcycle Accident

Trial Verdict
Newport Beach, CA

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Case Details

Motorcyclist struck by a woman pulling out from a driveway, causing him to be thrown over the car and suffer serious facial, orthopedic, and traumatic brain injuries, including a medically induced coma.

Additional Notes

Jury verdict of $16,162,429. Jury found client's non-DOT compliant helmet contributed 2% to injuries, reducing award to $15.7 million. Settlement negotiated for $11.1 million (policy maximums) for immediate access to funds. Prior settlement offer was $400,000. Firm spent $550,000 on exhibits and experts during the six-week trial.

Russell & Lazarus APC

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Russell & Lazarus APC

Newport Beach, CA
4.90 rating (233 reviews)
8 attorneys
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