In October 2021, Finkelstein & Partners trial partners Kenneth Fromson and Andrew Finkelstein argued successfully in front of an Orange County jury that a company’s employee who drove distracted and hit the firm’s client in the rear caused serious bodily injury and should be held accountable for their actions. The jury’s verdict, totaling $13,500,000, was the second highest in the entire state that year. But there’s more to the story than the happy ending.
Over eight years earlier, the crash victim had to be rushed to an emergency room. Although no bones were broken, the impact had caused significant pain and injury to her ankle and shoulder, forcing her to undergo multiple surgeries. After accusing her of opportunism and lying, the defendant’s insurance company offered a settlement that was little more than an insult. Convinced of the merits of their case and the client, the Finkelstein and Partners team forged on to trial. Recognizing the defendant’s repeated attempts to discredit the victim, who had endured close to 10 years of severe physical and emotional pain, the jury ruled in her favor, sending a powerful message. Noted Atty. Finkelstein, “Our client truly suffered. We were relieved and grateful to the members of the jury for acknowledging the driver’s responsibility. This decision not only provided our client financial relief, but also enabled her to finally look to the future with hope.”
Finkelstein & Partners, LLP
1279 Route 300 • Newburgh, NY • 800.Law.AMPM (529.2676) • www.lawampm.com
Headquartered in Newburgh, NY, Finkelstein & Partners, LLP has been successfully winning serious injury cases for over 60 years. Offices are located throughout New York and New Jersey. Services include Personal Injury, Social Security Disability Benefits, Workers’ Compensation, Nursing Home Neglect, and Veterans Services. The firm’s Commit to Quit Distracted Driving program highlights the serious dangers of distracted driving for teen drivers. We care deeply about the work we do and the communities we serve. We encourage our family of employees to devote time and assistance to community projects, because we want to be a part of building better communities. To learn more, visit the firm’s website at lawampm.com or call 1.800.Lawampm / 1.800.529.2676.
