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$36.4M Verdict Secures Justice After Devastating Palmdale Crash

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When you’ve been through a traumatic accident, it can feel like no one fully understands what you’re going through—until a jury finally hears your story.

That’s exactly what happened in a recent case handled by PARRIS Law Firm, where our trial team secured a $36.4 million verdict for a woman whose life was permanently changed in a violent T-bone collision in Palmdale, California. The Los Angeles Daily Journal named it the Top Verdict of the Week, spotlighting the impact of our work and the power of a thoughtful jury.

A Crash That Changed Everything

Our client was driving through an intersection when another driver ran a stop sign and turned directly into her path. The impact was catastrophic.

She was rushed to the hospital with severe injuries, including internal abdominal bleeding, significant contusions, and long-term damage to her back, hips, and digestive system. She remained hospitalized for two weeks and underwent multiple surgeries. To this day, she continues to live with chronic pain and complications that affect nearly every part of her daily life.

The other driver admitted on the stand that she knew she didn’t have the right of way and failed to yield. That moment of honesty mattered, but it didn’t undo the damage.

How a Jury Delivered Full Justice

The case went to trial in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Lead trial attorney Alexander R. Wheeler, alongside co-counsel Misak Chanchikyan, presented the full scope of our client’s suffering. They helped the jury understand what her life looked like before the crash—and how dramatically it changed after.

In the end, the jury awarded:

  • $25 million for future non-economic damages
  • $8.2 million for past non-economic damages
  • $3.2 million for future medical expenses
  • $4,500 for injuries suffered by her pet, who was also in the vehicle

This wasn’t just a legal win. It was a life-changing moment for our client, who now has the resources to manage her care and find some measure of stability.

As Mr. Wheeler put it: “This verdict ensured she will have the resources necessary to manage her ongoing care and reclaim some measure of dignity in her life.”

Why Results Like This Matter

Insurance companies don’t always play fair. They often minimize injuries, deny responsibility, or offer lowball settlements that leave victims struggling to move forward. That’s why verdicts like this matter—not just for the client, but for everyone fighting for accountability after serious injuries.

This was one of three verdicts totaling over $100 million secured by PARRIS attorneys in just over a week. We don’t take that lightly. Every case represents a person whose life was turned upside down—and we’re here to make sure they’re heard.

Talk to a Lawyer Who Will Fight for You

If you’ve been injured in a car accident and the insurance company isn’t treating you fairly, you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether your injuries are new or you’ve been quietly suffering for months, you deserve answers—and you may be entitled to compensation.

At PARRIS Law Firm, we take on serious cases because we know what’s at stake. We work on contingency, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case.

We’ve been doing this for decades, and we know what it takes to help you heal. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a crash, reach out to us for a free consultation.

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Alex and Adriana