The Insurance Company Claimed She Wasn't Hurt. The Jury Awarded $5.9 Million | Steve Williamson

What does it take to turn a contested slip and fall case into a nearly $5.9 million jury verdict?Steve Williamson, a New York trial lawyer and personal injury attorney, shares the story behind a Queens apartment-building accident that became a month-long jury trial. From proving liability and overcoming insurance company defense tactics to helping an injured mother tell the human story behind her injuries, Steve explains how credibility, preparation, and trial strategy shaped the outcome.Steve discusses why insurance companies often challenge legitimate injury claims, how juries evaluate credibility, and why preparing clients to testify truthfully can be just as important as presenting medical evidence. He also shares lessons on jury selection, trial preparation, and why the most powerful evidence in a courtroom is often the client's own story.Curious about the attorney behind this case? Learn more about Steve Williamson and why he represents everyday New Yorkers: https://youtu.be/j5klrPgjRtA?si=U3EI09oFmpPb6EsC What you'll learn in this episode:Why insurance companies fight even strong personal injury casesHow a client's human story can influence a jury's decisionWhy credibility is often the deciding factor in a personal injury trialHow jury selection and trial preparation shape major verdictsWhat helped secure a nearly $5.9 million verdict in this New York slip and fall casePersonal injury cases often involve far more than proving an accident happened. Helping juries understand the human impact of an injury can make the difference between skepticism and justice.Learn more about Steve Williamson:Website: https://www.nytrialesquire.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-williamson-a48a7b9bFor a free consultation, call (914) 215-7200. Steve Williamson represents injured clients throughout New York, including New York City, Westchester County, Long Island, and surrounding communities.To hear more real courtroom stories, subscribe to True Law Stories and share this episode with anyone interested in personal injury law, jury trials, or the strategies behind major verdicts.Resources:Connect with IanDownload a Tackle Box!Supercharge your marketing and grow your business with video case stories today!Subscribe to the YouTube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.