Segal McCambridge Trial Team Successfully Defends Resort Against Nearly $1M Claim

Segal McCambridge’s trial team led by Shareholder Michael Barzyk and Senior Associate Nicole Coroiu secured a defense verdict for our client, a luxury resort, in a slip and fall case tried in Monroe County, Florida. The plaintiff sought nearly $1 million in damages including compensation for future medical care and ongoing pain and suffering.

The four-day trial presented significant hurdles including adverse evidentiary rulings and a highly sympathetic plaintiff, making the defense’s task especially challenging. Despite these obstacles, our team effectively dismantled the plaintiff’s claims, emphasizing the lack of negligence on the part of the resort. The jury ultimately found no liability on behalf of the resort, delivering a complete defense verdict.

A key factor in the trial’s outcome was the testimony of the resort’s employees whose clear and compelling accounts helped reinforce our position. Their testimony underscored the resort’s commitment to guest safety and provided critical insight into the circumstances surrounding the alleged incident.

This verdict reflects Segal McCambridge’s ability to defend hospitality industry clients against high-exposure premises liability claims and demonstrates our strength in navigating complex cases.