AAJ members

$16.5M

Two workers were injured when a large glass window they were guiding fell from a crane and struck their scissor lift, causing it to crash to the ground. Both workers suffered severe spinal cord injuries, required surgery, and experienced mobility and cognitive difficulties. They claimed lost earnings and ongoing rehabilitation needs. The workers sued the crane company, alleging improper operation and failure to follow safety rules. The defense blamed the workers' employer. A jury awarded the injured workers over $16.5 million.

$15.4M

A driver crashed a van into a highway divider after drinking. Several passengers were ejected from the vehicle. Some passengers suffered fatal injuries, while others had injuries ranging from bruised lungs to fractures. Lawsuits alleged the driver and his employer were responsible for the crash.

$10.5M

A commercial truck driver was instructed to prepare his tanker for a chemical delivery. He was told to climb to the top of the tanker without fall protection. While climbing, he slipped and fell more than 10 feet to the pavement, suffering severe leg injuries that led to his death eight months later. His family sued the chemical plant owner, alleging premises liability and an unreasonably dangerous condition due to a lack of fall protection and safety policies. The jury awarded $10.5 million.

$10.0M

One driver was traveling north on a highway with a passenger when another driver rear-ended their vehicle. This caused a chain reaction, and the plaintiffs' vehicle struck two other cars. The plaintiffs claimed injuries to their back and neck.

$1.2M

One driver was stopped at an intersection when another driver rear-ended her vehicle, pushing it into a third car. The injured driver sustained neck and back injuries requiring ongoing medical treatment. Her medical bills were over $47,600. She sued her insurance company and the driver who hit her, alleging they failed to control their vehicle, maintain a proper lookout, and brake in time to avoid the collision. The jury awarded over $1.24 million.

$130k

A cyclist was riding on a road under construction when his tire hit an unfinished sidewalk with deep holes and concrete beams. The cyclist crashed and suffered a broken neck, leading to his death. His family sued the construction company, alleging negligence in failing to warn of the dangerous condition and not following safety standards. The case was settled.