A Heroic Act and a Senseless Loss

One ordinary evening, a father walked to a nearby store, a simple stroll that turned into a nightmare. A truck, swerving uncontrollably, veered directly into his path. In a heroic act of selflessness, he pushed his cousin to safety, taking the full impact himself.

The driver, impaired by drugs and alcohol, had no memory of the crash. This senseless act of recklessness tragically stole a hardworking, responsible father from his young child, leaving a void of grief and an overwhelming sense of injustice. The family was left to contend with the profound, devastating reality that this loss was entirely preventable.

When such a life-altering event occurs, it’s not just about the immediate grief; it’s about the deep-seated need for full accountability. The thought of a reckless act, especially one fueled by intoxication, going unpunished leaves families reeling. We knew this family needed a champion with the experience and determination to hold those responsible fully accountable.

Proving Recklessness, Securing Justice

Aaron Broussard, a partner at Broussard Knoll Law Firm, specializes in these complex cases. He understood that to honor the father’s life, we needed more than simple compensation—we needed to punish reckless behavior. Aaron has vast experience securing punitive damages—a critical step in deterring future harm, proven by his track record of obtaining over $30 million in punitive damage verdicts and settlements in the last five years alone.

Aaron took on this heartbreaking case, driven by the desire to secure justice for the young child who lost her father. We meticulously investigated the crash, leaving no stone unturned. Our firm definitively proved that the defendant’s intoxication and reckless conduct were the direct, sole cause of this tragic death.

Because we were able to prove the role of intoxication beyond doubt, the Court was able to assess punitive damages. This wasn’t just about financial support; it was about holding the driver accountable for endangering the public and ensuring a measure of punishment for such a devastating act of negligence.

The outcome: Broussard Knoll Law Firm obtained a judgment of over $5 million for the child. This substantial judgment represents a powerful statement against reckless behavior and a lasting testament to the father’s memory.

“I felt like I was in trusted hands when my wife reached out to them in my time of need. After talking with Aaron Broussard, I was assured that he would do everything he could to make things right. Thank you for your help in our time of need.”

Broussard Knoll Law Firm Client

“We did everything we could for this family, but nothing can ever bring this man back, nothing can replace the loss of a father.”

Aaron Broussard
Partner & Trial Lawyer