A Columbia County jury recently awarded $2,000,000 to a woman who suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after being struck by a company van. The insurance company offered only $125,000 before trial, but the jury recognized the serious, lasting impact of her injuries and delivered full justice.
At New York Injury Law, attorneys John DeGasperis and Keith Clarke presented compelling evidence showing how the crash changed their client’s life. Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) is often overlooked, but its effects can be devastating. Victims may face chronic headaches, dizziness, memory and concentration problems, light and noise sensitivity, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances. These symptoms can persist for years, disrupting work, relationships, and daily life.
“This was about accountability and justice,” said John DeGasperis. “Our client suffered real, lasting harm. When the insurance company refused to take her injuries seriously, we took them to court, and the jury made the right call.” Keith Clarke added, “This case reflects what we stand for at New York Injury Law. When a business causes serious harm and their insurer tries to minimize the damage, we fight to ensure the truth is heard — and our clients are made whole.”
This $2 million verdict highlights an important reality: traumatic brain injuries are not always visible, but they are life-altering. Victims deserve to be taken seriously, and negligent parties — and their insurers — must be held accountable.
