LCBF obtains defense verdict in case in which autistic minor sought millions for alleged abuse by bus driver and aide

In Vogel v. Laidlaw, LCBF obtained a defense verdict from a Bergen County, New Jersey jury in a serious personal injury case for a student transportation company and two of its employees.  Plaintiff, a severely autistic minor, was allegedly physically and verbally abused by the insured's bus driver and bus aide, resulting in severe PTSD and worsening of his autism.  Plaintiff called numerous experts at trial, including a neurologist, neuro-psychologist, and life care planner who boarded $4.8 million in future costs.  The case was litigated for five years and plaintiff never lowered her demand below $5 million.  The LCBF team was headed by Joseph Tomaino and Diane Ruccia.