Joe has significant, successful jury trial experience and is responsible for more than $30 million in jury verdicts and settlements. His most recent trial and settlement victories include:
- $10.8 million jury verdict against Pizza Hut on behalf of a mother and daughter seriously injured by a pizza delivery driver.
- $1.75 million insurance bad faith case.
- $1.75 million injury case in Old Town, San Diego.
- $1.6 million recovery for a young woman struck by a transit vehicle.
- $1.3 million design defect premises case.
- $1.4 million semi-tractor trailer injury.
- $1.25 million taxicab injury.
- $1.6 million for an elderly auto accident victim.
- $900,000+ recovery for a non-profit in a business dispute.
- $795,000+ for a taxicab-related injury.
- $750,000+ settlement in product liability case.
- $750,000+ for a student injured on the U.C. Berkeley campus.
- $750,000+ for a family injured on the I-405 in Los Angeles.
- $695,000+ for a woman rear-ended by a Sheriff's Deputy.
- $300,000+ jury verdict for client who fell and was injured on a city bus.
- $600,000+ jury verdict for a 73-year-old woman who fell in a fast food restaurant.
- $600,000+ for a Las Vegas client injured in an automobile accident in Laguna, California.
- $600,000+ for a husband and wife who suffered food poisoning.
- $700,000+ for three customers of a nail salon who were injured while receiving pedicures (furunculosis infection).
Joe works hand in hand with clients, getting to know and understand how his clients' injuries impact not only their lives but the lives of their families. Joe's extra effort has helped him be so successful in winning multi-million-dollar verdicts, awards, and settlements for his clients. Call us to help you with your car accident, auto accident recovery, or motor vehicle accident recovery in San Diego or California.
The Lavelle Law Group, APC, strives to provide the highest level of service at reasonable rates to clients.
Nerve and Joint Injuries
Severe and permanent nerve and joint injuries often result from automobile accidents or hazardous conditions on business properties.
Spinal Injuries
Spinal cord injuries are among the most devastating, often leading to paralysis, paraplegia, quadriplegia, and other life-altering conditions.
Paralysis
Paralysis is a medical condition that results in the complete loss of muscle function and control in part or all of the body, typically caused by nervous system damage.
Bone Fractures and Breaks
Fractures, including hairline fractures, bone chips, complete fractures, and compound fractures, can be extremely painful and significantly disrupt daily life.
Nerve and Joint Injury
Severe and permanent nerve and joint injuries often result from automobile accidents or hazardous conditions on business properties.
Joe Lavelle

With 25+ years of experience in San Diego, Joe Lavelle founded Lavelle Law Group to provide client-focused, relationship-driven legal services. His team has helped countless individuals, families, and businesses navigate complex legal matters with confidence.
For business law and closures, Joe ensures every detail is handled, including:
✔ Notifying creditors
✔ Filing final tax returns
✔ Settling debts and liabilities
✔ Terminating contracts smoothly
Need trusted legal guidance? Joe and his team are here to help.