Verdict Details:
Date: February 2024
Defense Attorney: Kurt L. Weinmann
Opposing Counsel: O'Dwyer & Bernstein
Type of Case: Firefighters claimed injuries (spinal fusion, torn acetabulum and surgically repaired torn ACL) sustained in 5 alarm fire. Client owned the building; evidence showed the fire was caused by a contractor repairing a leak on the roof who used an illegal torch.
Venue: Queens County
Disposition: Verdict against Contractor, no liability for Client owner.