$287 Million Verdict Against Harley-Davidson

In 2024, Harold Morris, a retired Navy veteran, was awarded $287 million in damages after suing Harley-Davidson for a defective motorcycle that caused a crash resulting in the death of his partner. The crash was attributed to a software malfunction in the motorcycle’s traction control system. Harley-Davidson has appealed the verdict, disputing the defect claim and attributing the incident to Morris’s inexperience and health condition.

$162 Million Settlement in Georgia Van Rollover Crash

A historic $162 million settlement was reached in 2024 for victims and families impacted by a 2021 van rollover crash on Interstate 85 in Georgia. The crash, which claimed the lives of seven women, was caused by a vehicle changing lanes ahead of the van, leading to a loss of control and subsequent fire. The settlement was secured by a coalition of law firms representing the victims.

$55 Million Verdict in Essex County

In June 2024, a jury awarded $55 million in the largest motor vehicle accident verdict in Essex County history. The case involved a severely injured young woman, and the jury’s decision underscored the severity of the injuries and the defendants’ victim-blaming tactics.

$1.25 Million Settlement in Virginia Head-On Collision

In December 2024, a driver who suffered multiple fractures in a head-on collision in Virginia received a $1.25 million settlement. The settlement was reached after the defendant’s insurance company tendered the policy limits before defense counsel entered an appearance.

$4 Million Settlement for Life-Altering Injuries

In 2024, a passenger who sustained severe cervical spine injuries in a motor vehicle accident received a $4 million settlement. The injuries required multiple surgical procedures, including a discectomy, disc replacement, and fusion.

$2.4 Million Settlement in Commercial Vehicle Accident

In 2024, a driver rear-ended by a commercial truck while waiting in stop-and-go traffic received a $2.4 million settlement. The collision caused significant damage to the vehicle and resulted in serious injuries, including herniated discs in the lumbar and cervical spines.