Stephen Sinas Wins $950,000 Jury Verdict: Compensation for Losses Due to Injury in a Lansing Car Accident
Stephen Sinas, Lansing auto accident attorney and shareholder at Sinas Dramis Law Firm, recently won $950,000 in compensation for losses a client suffered due to injuries in a Lansing auto accident. The auto negligence case, brought before the Ingham County Circuit Court, was against the at-fault driver and vehicle owner.
The $950,000 jury verdict was more than seven times the $125,000 settlement the defense offered before trial. This was the result of Steve’s thorough presentation of what the client endured following the accident and how it altered his daily life and physical abilities.
The Case for Compensation
The client’s main injury was a displaced right femur fracture. This required two immediate surgeries followed by a subsequent surgical procedure a few months later. Within seven months, he returned to work with restrictions; by the 11th month, all restrictions were lifted. At this time, he was able to resume daily activities, although he continues to suffer from chronic pain.
The defense argued the client’s damages were minimal, given the above timeframes and that he had no ongoing limitations. However, witnesses testified the client’s approach to physical activity is now much different than it was prior to the accident. The jury also heard testimony from the client’s surgeon, who explained the client will likely experience ongoing pain and weakness in his leg for years.
Damages awarded to the client were for his noneconomic losses, including pain and suffering, diminished quality of life, disability, loss of function, deprivation of social pleasure and enjoyment, mental anguish and distress, embarrassment and humiliation, fright, and shock in relation to his injuries.
The jury’s verdict to provide $950,000 in compensation for losses due to injury in a car accident was much more than a dollar amount to the client; it validated his suffering and proved the defense’s assessment of the case was wrong.
Injured in a Car Accident? Sinas Dramis is Your Advocate
This verdict adds to the Sinas Dramis Law Firm’s significant track record of success on behalf of injured individuals in the Greater Lansing area and beyond. With over 70 years of experience and counting, the firm is Michigan’s advocate for the injured, serving the Lansing area and all other regions of the state.
If you or a loved one is injured in a car accident, Sinas Dramis is the firm to call. Steve and our 16 other attorneys specialize in personal injury law focused on severe injuries from car crashes, wrongful death, and accidents involving motorcycles, bicycles, boats, and pedestrians. We provide free initial consultations to educate injured people and their families about their legal rights. Contact us as 866.758.0031 or intake@sinasdramis.com.