Case Results

The matters below reflect results obtained by Ara Naljian in the course of his practice, in each instance prior to founding ARAVANA LAW, and in some instances as a member of a trial team rather than as sole counsel. His role in each matter is stated. Every case is different, and the outcome of any case depends on its own facts, the evidence available, the injuries sustained, and the insurance coverage in place. Nothing on this page is a promise or a prediction about what can be achieved in your case. Amounts shown are gross recoveries before the deduction of attorneys’ fees, case expenses, and medical liens. Client names and identifying details are withheld. Where a matter is not yet final, that is stated in the entry.

$18,190,000

A jury returned a verdict in the amount of $18,190,000 in a premises liability action arising from a dangerous condition at an apartment building. Ara Naljian served as second chair at trial. His work on the matter included trial preparation, motions in limine, and the post-trial motions and supporting memoranda of law. Results obtained prior to founding ARAVANA LAW.

This verdict is not final. The defendants have moved to set aside the verdict, and that motion is pending. The amount stated is the amount returned by the jury and may be reduced, vacated, or otherwise modified by the court.

$1,000,000

A construction injury action brought under section 240(1) of the New York Labor Law. The case was litigated through discovery and prepared for trial. On the eve of jury selection, the case was settled for $1,000,000. Results obtained prior to founding ARAVANA LAW.

$522,000

A premises liability action in which the client fell from a ladder and was injured. The defendants failed to appear and their default was taken, which left the amount of the client’s damages to be proved to the court. Ara Naljian tried the damages portion of the case at inquest, presenting the proof of the client’s injuries and losses, and obtained a judgment in the amount of $522,000. Results obtained prior to founding ARAVANA LAW.

$325,000

A commercial truck changed lanes into the client’s vehicle. Liability was denied, and the defense maintained throughout discovery that the client had caused the collision. At the deposition of the truck driver, Ara Naljian obtained the driver’s admission that he was at fault for the collision. The client underwent surgery. The matter resolved for $325,000. Results obtained prior to founding ARAVANA LAW.

$250,000

A pedestrian was knocked down by a motor vehicle. Liability was denied, and the claim would ordinarily have required years of litigation to resolve. Ara Naljian directed an investigation that located surveillance video from an apartment building across the street, which resolved the liability dispute. The carrier tendered its full policy limits of $250,000 within six months of the accident, without a lawsuit ever being filed. Results obtained prior to founding ARAVANA LAW.

Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. The results described on this page were obtained in specific matters on specific facts, and no result can be promised in any other case. Amounts shown are gross recoveries before deduction of attorneys’ fees, case expenses, and medical liens. A verdict is not a final judgment and may be reduced, vacated, or modified on post-trial motion or appeal; where a matter on this page is not final, that is stated in the entry. All results shown were obtained by Ara Naljian prior to founding ARAVANA LAW, and in some matters he served as a member of a trial team rather than as sole counsel; his role is stated in each entry. Nothing on this page is legal advice and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.