Anjelica Cappellino, J.D.
Anjelica Cappellino, Esq., a New York Law School alumna and psychology graduate from St. John’s University, is an accomplished attorney at Meringolo & Associates, P.C. She specializes in federal criminal defense and civil litigation, with significant experience in high-profile cases across New York’s Southern and Eastern Districts. Her notable work includes involvement in complex cases such as United States v. Joseph Merlino, related to racketeering, and U.S. v. Jimmy Cournoyer, concerning drug trafficking and criminal enterprise.
Ms. Cappellino has effectively represented clients in sentencing preparations, often achieving reduced sentences. She has also actively participated in federal civil litigation, showcasing her diverse legal skill set. Her co-authored article in the Albany Law Review on the Federal Sentencing Guidelines underscores her deep understanding of federal sentencing and its legal nuances. Cappellino's expertise in both trial and litigation marks her as a proficient attorney in federal criminal and civil law.
$30M Plaintiff Verdict For Ankle Fracture and Resulting Death
In this medical malpractice case, the plaintiff sued the defendants for negligence after the patient died from a saddle pulmonary embolism. The jury awarded the estate $30 million in non-economic damages.
Posted on October 20, 2022 in Case Review & Featured
Restaurant Customer Wins $16M Verdict in Slip and Fall Case
While employees were cleaning the restaurant, the plaintiff sustained injuries after slipping and falling due to a wet spot on the floor. The plaintiff and his wife sued the operator of the restaurant for negligence.
Posted on November 17, 2022 in Case Review & Featured
$20.7 Million Plaintiff Verdict for Untreated Spinal Infection
A jury awarded a patient $20.7 million in damages after finding that the defendant doctor failed to timely diagnose an infection from surgery.
Posted on November 29, 2022 in Case Review & Featured
National Trial Law Secures $10.5M Settlement for Veteran’s Renal Failure
We spoke with Laurie Higginbotham from National Trial Law about a veteran's renal failure that was the result of a physician's negligence when prescribing medication.
Posted on April 3, 2023 in Case Review & Featured
$19 Million Verdict for Trip and Fall on Grocery Store Pallet
A shopper sued a grocery store for negligence after his foot got stuck in a pallet, causing him to trip and fall. The jury agreed on the issue of negligence and awarded the plaintiff $19 million in damages.
Posted on January 19, 2023 in Case Review & Featured
Juul Reaches $1.7 Billion Settlement for More Than 5,000 Cases
Juul Labs recently agreed to settle with about 10,000 plaintiffs who claimed that not only did the electronic cigarette company misrepresent the safety of its vaping devices but also deliberately aimed its marketing at underage users.
Posted on January 31, 2023 in Featured & Litigation Monitor & News
$6.4 Million Plaintiff Verdict for Delayed Diagnosis and Treatment of Congenital Brain Defect
A jury awarded a patient $6.4 million after finding that the neurologist failed to timely detect, diagnose, and treat a structural defect in her skull, resulting in her suffering quadriparesis.
Posted on February 9, 2023 in Case Review & Featured
Lawsuits Loom Over East Palestine Train Derailment
The aftermath of the February 3rd massive freight train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio has left the area’s residents with growing concerns for their health and safety.
Posted on March 20, 2023 in Featured & Litigation Monitor & News
$40 Million Verdict Brings an End to 15-Year Medical Malpractice Suit
The lifespan of the Campbell family lawsuit was quite a lengthy one but has finally concluded with a happy ending for the plaintiffs.
Posted on April 19, 2023 in Establishing Damages & Featured & News
$34 Million Verdict in Emergency C-Section Lawsuit
A Baltimore County Circuit Court jury awarded Tara and Olijah Anderson, on behalf of their son, Ethan, nearly $34 million in damages stemming from his birth and delivery complications at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center.
Posted on May 1, 2023 in Featured & News