Jury Awards $36.4M in Elizabeth McAlister Crash Case
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Case Background
On June 15, 2021, Elizabeth McAlister drove her Mazda southbound on 50th Street East in Palmdale. At the same time, Angela Lisa Thompson drove her Toyota eastbound on Avenue P. Both vehicles approached the busy intersection of Avenue P and 50th Street East around 7:12 p.m.
Cause
Thompson attempted a left turn onto northbound 50th Street East. She failed to yield the right of way before entering the intersection. Her Toyota crossed into McAlister’s path, and the Mazda collided with the Toyota. Plaintiff alleged Thompson operated the vehicle negligently, failed to yield, and created a foreseeable risk of harm. Plaintiff also claimed Doe Defendants owned, entrusted, or controlled the vehicle and acted as Thompson’s agents or employees.
Injury
The crash left McAlister with severe bodily injuries. She reported lasting physical pain, shock to her nervous system, and emotional distress. She alleged permanent impairments that reduced her health, strength, and capacity to engage in normal life activities.
Damages
McAlister sought compensation for p
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