At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., we never back down from a fight when it comes to securing justice for our clients.
We are proud to announce a $4.715 million verdict for our client, who suffered life-changing spinal injuries in a serious crash with a United Petroleum Transports semi-truck in El Paso, Texas.
A Life-Changing Accident and Years of Treatment
The plaintiff was rear-ended by a fuel tanker truck at a stop light in El Paso. At the time of the crash, the plaintiff was 70 years old and had several preexisting health problems but never any prior pain in her neck and back. That all changed after the crash.
A couple of days after the accident, the plaintiff had an MRI. The test showed several disc herniations and annular tears, but also showed degenerative changes to her spine.
The plaintiff underwent conservative treatment for three years. However, they had a gap in treatment for over a year that started about six weeks after the crash. Eventually, they received a recommendation to have surgery.
Bringing the Battle to the Courtroom
The defense attempted to settle for significantly less. When their last formal offer was less than 100k, our experienced truck accident lawyers took the fight to El Paso County Court at Law No. 6 to ensure our client received the compensation they deserved. The trucking company’s legal team argued that their injuries should be undervalued due to their age—nearly 70 years old at the time of the crash. The defense also refused to acknowledge any significant injuries to the client’s spine other than sprains and strains they say lasted only six weeks before the gap in treatment.
A Message and Justice Served
We made our argument clear: justice should never be discounted, no matter your age.
The El Paso jury agreed. They weren’t buying what the defense was trying to sell and awarded our client $4,715,000.
Our client faces a future of spinal surgery and lifelong medical challenges, all due to this devastating accident. This verdict is a powerful reminder that we relentlessly hold negligent parties accountable and secure maximum compensation for our clients.
Injured in a Truck Accident? Never Settle for Less
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, know that our trial team is ready to fight for you—in and out of the courtroom. Justice matters, and we won’t stop until it’s served.
Contact us online or call (575) 222-1000 today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
James Tawney
James Tawney is a dedicated advocate for injury victims throughout the Southwest. Born and raised in Arizona, he graduated summa cum laude from Northern Arizona University before earning his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law. In 2016, James co-founded Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., where he continues to focus on protecting the rights of individuals and families harmed by negligence.
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