Partner John K. Paulson had a very successful result in a trial where the jury awarded a defense verdict of zero.

Partner John K. Paulson had a very successful result in a trial where the jury awarded a defense verdict of zero.

Facts of the case: Auto versus pedestrian accident where our client clipped plaintiff as the latter was crouching next to a parked vehicle.  Plaintiff alleged low back pain and had a series of epidural injections and ultimately had lumbar spine surgery.

Damages Submitted: $232,500

Plantiff’s last demand: $643,000 demanded at trial

Defendant’s last offer: 998 Offer of $100,001

Verdict: $0 (defense)