We are proud to share that Brian Gearinger, founder of the Gearinger Law Group, was recently featured in The Press Democrat for his role in securing a landmark civil rights verdict. The article, written by Austin Murphy, highlights a record-setting $8.25 million jury award arising from a widely recognized “Parking While Black” case in Santa Rosa.
As reported by The Press Democrat, the verdict represents one of the largest civil rights jury awards of its kind in the nation. The case centered on racial profiling and unlawful treatment, and the jury’s decision sent a clear message about accountability and equal justice under the law.
Murphy’s reporting emphasizes not only the historic size of the verdict, but also its broader significance in the ongoing effort to confront discriminatory practices and protect civil rights. Brian’s leadership and advocacy were central to achieving this outcome, which has drawn attention throughout California and beyond.
This feature builds on prior recognition for the same case, including Brian being named Consumer Attorney of the Year for his work on this matter. Together, these acknowledgments reflect a continued commitment to principled advocacy and meaningful results for clients whose rights have been violated.
We are honored to see Brian and this important verdict recognized by The Press Democrat and thank Austin Murphy for his coverage of this significant milestone.
The full article can be found on The Press Democrat’s website at the following link: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2026/01/17/santa-rosa-attorney-honored-for-landmark-verdict-record-8-25-million-jury-award-in-parking-while-black-civil-rights-case/
