Verdicts Against Drunk Drivers
Below are some of our verdicts against drunk drivers the Mr. Asencio has secured for his clients.
Multi-Million Dollar Verdicts
$40 MILLION
Estate of Harvey v. White, Case No. 43-2015-CA-000406-CA-AX-MX, Martin County Circuit Court, Wrongful Death, June 3, 2021 $30,000,000 compensatory damages and $10,000,000 punitive damages.
$20 MILLION
Estate of Beard v. Gomez, Case No. 50 2008 CA 024019 XXXX MB AB, Palm Beach County Circuit Court, Wrongful Death, July 19, 2012 $20,000,000 in compensatory damages.
$19 MILLION
Estate of Mohammed v. Morales, Case No. 14-012274 (08), Broward County Circuit Court, Wrongful Death, July 10, 2019 $18,749,802.10 compensatory damages and $260,000 punitive damages.
$5.3 MILLION
Jodi Riche vs. Michael Hawkins, Case No. CA 01-9430 AO, Palm Beach County Circuit Court, June 28, 2005, Personal Injury, $5.3 million (on re-trial)
$5 MILLION
Courtney Forrest vs. William Hudson, Case No. 01-CP-07-1874, Beaufort County Circuit Court, South Carolina, Personal Injury, January 19, 2007 judgment $5,000,000 in compensatory damages based on November 2, 2006 non-jury trial in front of Judge Curtis Coltrane.
$2 MILLION
Sanchez v. Nighttime of Palm Bay, Case No. 5-2007-CA-10855, Brevard County Circuit Court, Personal Injury, January 10, 2013 $2,000,000 in compensatory damages against bar for improper service of alcohol.
$2 MILLION
Jesus Talavera vs. Carles D. Smith, Case No. 83-2782 CA (L) I, Palm Beach County Circuit Court, March 5, 1986, $2,000,000, Wrongful Death, with attorney Jose Rodriguez.
$1.25 MILLION
Deborah Vogel vs. Jose C. Galan, Case No. 50 2003 CA 013436 XX AN AI, Palm Beach County, Personal Injury, November 13, 2008 $425,000 compensatory damages, and $600,000 punitive damages.
$1.24 MILLION
Florence LeMerle vs. Elizabeth Thornton, Case No. CA 01-6067-AI, Palm Beach County Circuit Court, September 4, 2002, Personal Injury, $1,246,000 including LeMerle vs. Thornton, 03-35085-BKC-SHF, proceedings to determine that drunk driver was non-dischargeable.
$1.12 MILLION
John Lawton vs. Dusko Vuksanovic, Case No. CL 96-011055 AN, Palm Beach County Circuit Court, April 16, 2001, Personal Injury, $1,129,283.50.
Several Hundred Thousand Dollar Verdicts
$700 THOUSAND
Williams vs. Alcala, Case No. 50 2003 CA 013851 XX AN AB, Palm Beach County, Personal Injury, April 4, 2006 $575,000 compensatory damages, and $125,000 punitive damages.
$572 THOUSAND
Dufrense vs. Escalante, Case No. 50 2003 CA 007659 XX AN AG, Palm Beach County, Personal Injury, March 8, 2006 $322,000 compensatory damages and $250,000 punitive damages.
$572 THOUSAND
Servil vs. Escalante, Case No. 50 2003 CA 007660 XX AN AB, Palm Beach County, Personal Injury, March 8, 2006 $322,000 compensatory damages, and $250,000 punitive damages.
$490 THOUSAND
Stacey Robinson vs. Sidney A. Zuckerman, Case No. CL 97-6304 AE, Palm Beach County Circuit Court, May 30, 2001, Personal Injury, $490,000.
$469 THOUSAND
Tamara Ackerman vs. James Richard Tersch, Case No. 99015738-07, Broward County Circuit Court, March 7, 2005, Personal Injury, $469,000
$226.5 THOUSAND
Gilbert A. Cartier vs. Lynn Harrop, Case No. CACE 02022832, Broward County Circuit Court, Personal Injury, October 15, 2010 $156,500 compensatory damages, and $70,000 punitive damages.
Diego Asencio: Fighting for the Rights of DUI Victims’ Families
Diego Asencio has dedicated over forty years to representing victims of DUI accidents and their families. Known for his unwavering commitment to justice and deep compassion for those affected by DUI crashes, he has built a reputation as a tenacious advocate and determined litigator. Diego’s expertise goes beyond managing legal cases; he works closely with families to help them navigate the complex legal system, ensuring their voices are heard throughout the process.
When handling wrongful death cases, Asencio takes a thorough and strategic approach. He tirelessly constructs compelling cases that highlight the profound impact DUI crashes have on families, using his extensive experience to secure the maximum compensation for his clients. Sometimes these cases can take several years, but Diego will not rest until the case is resolved. His goal is not only to alleviate the financial strain on the families but also to hold responsible drivers accountable and ensure they face justice.
