Alvin Mount, et al. vs. California Highway Patrol, et al

On June 21, 2024, a California jury awarded the parents $40,000,000 for the wrongful death of their 24-year-old son, who was struck and killed by a speeding California Highway Patrol officer on a bike. The award reflected a 37% comparative negligence on the part of the deceased.

Case Background

On May 19, 2020, the parents of the decedent Cezannie Mount filed a legal action for the wrongful death of their son before the California Superior Court, Los Angeles County. Judges Michael B. Harwin, Steven A. Ellis, Serena R. Murillo, Mark E. Windham, Audra Mori, Michael E. Whitaker, and Kristin S. Escalante presided over this case. [Case number: 20STCV19067]

Cause

Plaintiffs Nella Mount and Alvin Mount were a couple residing in Los Angeles County, California, and they were the parents of decedent Cezanni