National trial law firm Napoli Shkolnik announced a significant $8 million jury verdict against the City of Yonkers after a municipal truck hit a driver, resulting in severe injuries.
The incident occurred when the plaintiff was parked, and a City of Yonkers truck turned onto Ashburton Avenue, striking the plaintiff.
The collision resulted in injuries to the plaintiff’s neck, left shoulder, lower back, and left knee, and has altered his quality of life and ability to participate in the community activities he loved.
“This case exemplifies our firm’s commitment to fighting for those who have been injured and securing the justice they deserve,” said Joseph Napoli, partner at Napoli Shkolnik. “It was clear there was negligence in this case, and we were able to secure an $8 million verdict that will provide our client with the resources he needs for his healing and future care.”
Stephen J. Maloney, Jr., junior partner at Napoli Shkolnik, shared: “Our client was an active member of his community and an avid soccer player before the accident. This verdict ensures he will have the resources necessary for his ongoing recovery and the medical care he will require to regain his quality of life.”
Verdict Breakdown
The jury awarded:
- $2 million for past pain and suffering
- $4.5 million for future pain and suffering
- $1.5 million for future medical expenses
After a $35,000 pre-trial offer, our trial team Partner Joseph Napoli, and Junior Partner Stephen J. Maloney, Jr. tried the case—and delivered this multi-million-dollar verdict.