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Canal Cartage Lane-Change Collision: Gerardo’s $286,000 Jury Verdict

Gerardo was driving his tractor-trailer in La Porte when a Canal Cartage truck moved into his lane. The defense disputed fault and the extent of his injuries. Brian Beckcom presented the investigating officer’s findings and testimony from Gerardo’s treating orthopedic surgeon at trial. The jury found the Canal Cartage driver entirely responsible and awarded Gerardo $286,000.

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Case at a glance

Result: $286,000 Jury Verdict
Practice: Truck Accidents
Attorney: Brian Beckcom

A truck moved into Gerardo’s lane

Gerardo was driving east in the left lane of East Barbours Cut Boulevard in La Porte when a second tractor-trailer moved in front of him from the right lane. The collision injured his neck and back. An ambulance took him to San Jacinto Methodist Hospital.

The La Porte Police Department investigated and placed responsibility on the Canal Cartage truck driver for an unsafe lane change. The defense disputed responsibility, and the case proceeded to trial in Harris County.

The jury heard directly from the investigating officer

The defense challenged the investigating officer’s qualifications and conclusions. Brian presented the police report and the officer’s live testimony about his investigation.

His testimony explained the basis for the finding that the Canal Cartage driver had caused the collision. The jury ultimately assigned that driver 100 percent of the responsibility.

Medical testimony addressed the injury dispute

The defense disputed whether the crash had injured Gerardo, the seriousness of his condition and the need for his medical treatment. Brian cross-examined the defense neurosurgeon and challenged his opinions.

Brian also presented testimony from Gerardo’s treating orthopedic surgeon. His medical and billing records gave the jury evidence of the treatment and charges underlying his damages claim.

Gerardo did not seek past or future lost wages. His damages claim concerned medical expenses and pain and suffering.

A $286,000 jury verdict

The jury found the Canal Cartage truck driver negligent and awarded Gerardo $286,000. The verdict resolved the trial disputes over responsibility for the collision and Gerardo’s damages.

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Case questions

What evidence addressed responsibility for the lane change?

The jury received the police report and heard the investigating La Porte police officer testify in person about his investigation.

What medical evidence did the jury consider?

Gerardo’s treating orthopedic surgeon testified, and the jury received his medical and billing records. A defense neurosurgeon also testified and faced cross-examination.

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