Two Singleton Schreiber Verdicts Ranked in California’s Top 100 in 2025
Attorneys Matthew D. Clendenin, Carmela S. Birnbaum, Karlie Ruder, John Lemon, Paul Starita, and James Fendt of Singleton Schreiber LLP were recognized by TopVerdict.com for securing two of the Top 100 Plaintiff Jury Verdicts in California for 2025. TopVerdict.com curates and publishes annual rankings highlighting the highest jury verdicts across various case types in state and federal courts, recognizing significant plaintiff victories based on reported outcomes.
Two Singleton Schreiber cases were included on the 2025 Top 100 list, reflecting the firm’s continued success in high-impact personal injury litigation.
Ranked #45, Muhlbach v. Navarro resulted in a $13,698,663 verdict. Senior Counsel Matthew D. Clendenin, Counsel Carmela S. Birnbaum, and Associate Attorney Karlie Ruder represented the plaintiff in a serious pedestrian accident case involving spinal injuries. The case centered on liability and the long-term impact of bodily injuries sustained in a motor vehicle collision.
Ranked #53, Pinedo v. Valley Farm Transport, Inc. resulted in a $11,162,247 verdict. Partner John Lemon, Partner Paul Starita, and Associate Attorney James Fendt represented the plaintiff in a workplace-related case involving assault, negligence in employment, and severe neurological and physical injuries. The case addressed issues of negligent hiring, workplace safety, and employer liability.
For more details, visit TopVerdict.com to view the full case listings.
