Head-On Collision Causes Catastrophic Injuries
CSCS represented a client who suffered a permanent traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures requiring surgery in a head-on collision involving an alleged drunk driver. The case was litigated in Prince George’s County, Maryland.
Employer Liability and Future-Care Damages
The matter included a dispute over responsibility connected to the driver’s employer and work van. CSCS presented evidence concerning the client’s permanent brain injury, orthopedic trauma, diminished earning capacity, and substantial past and projected future medical and care needs.
Jury Returns $18.8 Million Verdict
Partners Joseph Cammarata and Stephen Ollar tried the case. The jury returned an $18.8 million verdict. CSCS has also reported that the parties reached a confidential settlement before the verdict was delivered.
Case Result Summary
| Result | $18.8 million jury verdict |
| Case type | Head-on motor-vehicle collision / catastrophic injury |
| Jurisdiction | Prince George’s County, Maryland |
| Attorneys | Joseph Cammarata and Stephen Ollar |
| Injuries | Permanent TBI and multiple fractures requiring surgery |
| Key issues | Alleged drunk driving; employer/vicarious-liability dispute; future care and earning capacity |
| Resolution | Jury verdict; confidential settlement also reported by CSCS |
