Jury Awards $11 Million in Sig Sauer Case

A Philadelphia jury awarded $11 million to George Abrahams, a U.S. Army veteran, after his Sig Sauer P320 pistol accidentally discharged while holstered, causing severe leg injuries. This case marks the second significant verdict against Sig Sauer this year, highlighting allegations that the P320 model is prone to firing without a trigger pull. Over 100 individuals have made similar claims, prompting calls for a recall or redesign, which the company has resisted, maintaining the gun's safety. The jury found Sig Sauer negligent and recklessly indifferent, leading to $10 million in punitive damages and $1 million for injuries. Despite the ruling, Sig Sauer plans to appeal, arguing that Abrahams ignored safety protocols. This verdict follows a similar lawsuit in Georgia, where Sig Sauer was ordered to pay $2.3 million.