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$4.537 Million Verdict for Motorcyclist Injured by Reckless U-Turn in Palmdale

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A moment of recklessness on the road changed one man’s life forever. In a case that took nearly five years to bring to trial, a Los Angeles County jury has awarded $4.537 million to our client, a motorcyclist who suffered devastating injuries in a crash caused by an unsafe U-turn in Palmdale. The verdict is a powerful reminder that accountability matters and that PARRIS Law Firm will never stop fighting for those harmed by negligence.

The Crash

The crash occurred in September 2020, near the SR-14 onramp. Our client was riding westbound on Avenue S when the driver of a Ford F-350 abruptly attempted a U-turn, cutting across multiple lanes of traffic. With no time or space to react, our client collided directly with the truck. The impact threw him from his motorcycle and sent him crashing onto the pavement.

Our client suffered compound forearm fractures, a shattered elbow requiring a radial head replacement, and serious shoulder damage that ultimately led to surgical intervention. These injuries were not only immediate and excruciating but have left him with permanent limitations, including chronic pain, post-traumatic arthritis, and reduced mobility that affects nearly every part of his daily life.

But the harm didn’t stop at the physical. The emotional and relational toll has been equally severe. Our client can no longer enjoy the activities that once brought him joy, independence, and connection. Hobbies, work, and family life have all been deeply impacted. The crash didn’t just injure his body—it disrupted his sense of self and future.

Despite the clear facts, the road to justice wasn’t easy. The defense fought hard to avoid responsibility, attempting to shift the blame onto our client. But the jury saw through it. After reviewing evidence and testimony from medical experts and our client’s care team, they concluded what we’ve known all along: this collision was entirely preventable, and the defendant’s actions were inexcusable.

A Jury Delivers Justice After Years of Delay

The jury awarded the following:

  • $1,937,598.20 for future medical expenses
  • $1.5 million for past non-economic losses
  • $1 million for future non-economic losses
  • $100,000 for loss of consortium

The financial award helps provide a path forward. It will support ongoing treatment and ease some of the burdens caused by the defendant’s careless behavior. But more than that, it recognizes the full scope of harm—physical, emotional, and relational—that our client has endured.

At PARRIS Law Firm, we know what’s at stake in every case. Our clients aren’t just case numbers—they’re people who deserve justice, dignity, and support when life takes an unexpected and traumatic turn. That’s why we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial and fight with everything we have.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured due to someone else’s negligence, don’t wait. Contact PARRIS today for a free consultation. Let our team help you seek the justice—and the peace of mind—you deserve.

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