In a decisive courtroom triumph in one of the nation's most plaintiff-friendly jurisdictions, Wood Smith Henning & Berman achieved a complete dismissal of all claims against its client after securing a directed verdict mid-trial, following two days of testimony during Plaintiff's case in chief. Following persuasive cross-examinations and strategic motions practice, partner Daniel Paret and associate Clay Dawson successfully led the court to dismiss all claims before the case even reached the jury.
"This result reflects the extraordinary teamwork and preparation that went into this case at every stage, from early motions through trial," said Paret, who led the defense team. "We are proud to have delivered this hard-fought outcome for our client."
The court's decision was based not only on the strength of the WSHB's cross-examination but also on the compelling pre-trial briefing and legal arguments made during trial.
"Our approach was to stay aggressive from the outset, carefully laying the groundwork for trial and adapting strategically as the testimony unfolded," added Dawson. "We are thrilled with the court's ruling and the opportunity to seek full recovery for our client."
The client and carrier have expressed great satisfaction with the result.
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