Notable Results & Case Highlights
Trusted to Handle High-Stakes, Life-Changing Cases
With more than 40 years of trial experience and over 200 jury verdicts, Trey Traylor has earned a reputation for taking on complex cases—and winning results that matter.
Selected Settlements & Resolutions
Representative Cases from the Past Few Years
Dram Shop Wrongful Death – Shelby County, AL
A young man was killed by a drunk driver who had been overserved at two bars. The case settled for a confidential amount with all three defendants on the first day of trial.
Boots v. Twin Peaks, CV 2020-90295
Log Truck Collision – Cherokee County, AL
A log truck was illegally backing across a highway before daylight, resulting in serious injuries to a young driver who was approaching on a state highway. The case settled prior to trial for a confidential amount.
McGuire v. Keith’s Trucking, CV 2020-900019
Medical Malpractice – Permanent Nerve Injury
A patient sustained permanent nerve damage during a routine carpal tunnel procedure. The case resolved for a confidential amount through mediation.
Woodall v. Andalusia Orthopedics, CV 2020-900103
Motorcycle Crash – Utility Truck Fatality
A motorcyclist was killed when a utility truck made an illegal left turn. The family’s claim was resolved for a confidential amount without filing suit.
Retained Surgical Sponge – Post-Op Infection
A sponge was left inside a patient following surgery, causing severe complications and requiring further surgery. The case settled confidentially.
Wrongful Death of Full-Term Fetus – Jackson County, AL
A mother was sent home from the hospital despite signs of fetal distress. The baby was stillborn.
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Selected Case Results
Jury Verdicts & Settlements from a 40-Year Career
$24,000,000 Verdict – Truck Wreck
Trey represented the parents of a teenager who was killed in a collision involving a tractor-trailer and a work truck. The verdict was issued in Jefferson County, AL under Tennessee law.
Nash v. Messer, CV 00-0604
$8,000,000 Verdict – Premises Liability
An infant child fell from an elevated platform as the result of the contractor and premises owner's failure to comply with the applicable building code causing permanent injury. The verdict included punitive damages.
Lightsey v. Parker Building Services, CV 02-0704
$2,000,000 Verdict – Truck Wreck / Wrongful Death
A teenager was killed in a crash with an 18-wheeler after the truck crossed the median. The jury awarded $2 million, including $500,000 to the husband who survived the collision.
Phillips v. Hill, CV 95-1287
$65,000 Verdict – Motor Vehicle Accident
Trey represented a woman who sustained soft tissue injuries in a crash. She was awarded $65,000 despite conservative treatment and no surgery.
Smith v. Corley, CV 01-2235
$250,000 Settlement – Personal Injury (Federal Court)
Trey secured a settlement after a delivery vehicle ran a red light and collided with a motorcycle, causing serious injuries to the rider.
Hicklen v. Ellis, CV 01-3290
$450,000 Verdict – Truck Wreck
A truck turned left in front of a vehicle at an intersection, causing serious injuries. A Morgan County jury returned a verdict of $450,000.
Smith v. Bessler, CV 04-0897
$500,000 Verdict – Personal Injury / Uninsured Motorist
A woman suffered injuries in a car crash and pursued recovery through her uninsured motorist policy. A Blount County jury returned a $500,000 verdict.
Fannin v. Safeway, CV 07-649
$97,000 Verdict – Uninsured Motorist Pedestrian Claim
Trey represented a 21-year-old struck in a crosswalk by a car. Despite uninsured coverage limits, the jury returned a verdict for the full policy amount.
Young v. Mount Laurel Insurance, CV 00-3903