Construction Accident Settlements
The construction industry employs millions of people in the United States, and construction projects are underway in virtually every corner of the nation. It comes as no surprise that the construction industry has a great number of worker injuries and lawsuits.
Construction accidents can be caused by individual or industrial factors. Many workers fail to follow safety procedures or are forced to work within unsafe working conditions. Heavy equipment can fail or be misused, and workers who fail to use required safety equipment are at risk of being injured.
Controlling working conditions on a construction site can be difficult. Since by nature, a construction site is constantly changing, uncontrollable factors, such as weather, improperly operating machines, or the unsafe practices of co-workers can cause injuries or accidents that lead to legal action. Some of the most common injuries on construction sites are falls, explosions, or breathing problems caused by dust, asbestos, or other environmental factors.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act, which falls under the controls of the government agency OSHA, has created safety regulations that assist with job safety. These regulations are designed to prevent construction site accidents. If a worker can show that an OSHA regulation was violated on the site, leading to injury, he or she may be eligible for significant damages. The party “at fault†could be the property owner, the company owner, or the equipment manufacturer. When violations of regulations can be shown in court, workers are usually awarded damages. Courts will weigh each case individually to determine who is liable for the injuries sustained.
Settlements & Verdicts of New York City Personal Injury lawyers
- Construction site accidents
- Medical and other professional malpractice
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Slip and fall
- Premises liability
- Wrongful death
- Lead poisoning
- Asbestos and mesothelioma
Below is just a sample of the numerous multi-million dollar awards that have been settled by the law firm.
- $5.5 million dollar settlement in a medical malpractice case against an obstetrician/gynecologist for injuries to an infant during childbirth.
- $3.7 million dollar structured settlement for injuries in a motor vehicle accident as follows: $2.5 million dollars for the husband, a severely injured driver of a car and $1.2 million dollars for is wife for the loss of services, society and consortium of her injured husband
- $3.5 million dollar settlement for a construction worker, an ironworker, who was injured on the job losing part of his leg.
- $3.1 million dollar structured settlement against a hospital and obstetrician/ gynecologist for the death of a woman during child birth.
- $3.1 million dollar settlement for an ornamental ironworker who suffered injuries when he fell off an unsafe ramp on a construction site.
- $3.1 million dollar settlement in a medical malpractice action for a 68 year old woman who suffered a stroke during surgery as a result of the negligence of an anesthesiologist.
- $3 million dollar settlement for a construction worker who, while performing his job, was struck by a New York City Sanitation truck suffering leg and back injuries.
- $2.62 million dollar settlement for a structural ironworker suffering leg and back injuries as a result of falling off a scaffold.
- $2.5 million dollar settlement for a young woman, a passenger in a motor vehicle which struck a horse on a road on an Indian reservation in Arizona.
- $2.5 million dollar settlement against the doctors and hospital for failing to diagnose and treat a pneumothorax (collapsed lung).
Phoenix Auto Accident Lawyers
Our Phoenix auto accident lawyers have earned a reputation in bodily injury and wrongful death cases as skilled negotiators and experienced trial attorneys. First and foremost, the key to our success is putting the client's interests first. We use advanced presentation and trial techniques, while endeavoring to work each and every case to a successful result.
THREE IMPORTANT CRITERIA:
Consider our track record and these three important criteria when choosing a law firm.
- Credentials...In 2008 and 2009 alone we secured over $15 million for our clients. We are members of the most prestigious state and national legal organizations in the United States. A peer review rated law firm means that we have passed stringent requirements for over 25 years in the area of bodily injury and wrongful death.
- Experience...Our lawyers have helped countless people in Arizona obtain high-dollar compensation in negligence cases. Often the skills of a quality attorney in a serious accident case are the difference between a settlement for over $6 million (and a life of dignity) and a very modest settlement (and a life of hardship). Only a partner will handle your serious injury case.
- Expertise...Our firm focuses on personal injury and wrongful death cases, including car accidents and motorcycle, tractor-trailer, bicycle, pedestrian and dog bite injuries. We are known for client dedication and successful results in the most difficult and complex matters.
Our Team
Our Phoenix auto accident team approach is led by experienced and highly respected law partners and staff bringing a commitment to successful case results. This team approach includes top accident experts in all required fields: accident reconstructionists, physicians, economists and other experts maximizing your potential settlement or award.
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$500,000.00 Settlement for One Level Cervical Fusion
In Robert Chaisson v. Johnny C. Levine and Ambar Drilling Fluids, LP, Docket Number: 86471-G, 15th Judicial District Court, Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, Lafayette personal injury attorney Joseph F. Gaar, Jr. obtained a $500,000.00 settlement, plus payment of all property damages for injuries the plaintiff received from an intersectional automobile accident that resulted in a one level cervical fusion surgery.
In this case, Mr. Chaisson was driving his vehicle in Abbeville, Louisiana when he was struck by Johnny C. Levine, who was driving an Ambar company truck and who had made a sudden unanticipated left hand turn directly in front of Mr. Chaisson's vehicle. As a result of the accident, Mr. Chaisson engaged in conservative medical treatment which consisted of physical therapy, medication and epidural injections.
After a year, these treatments did not relieve Mr. Chaisson's neck complaints and his treating physician, Dr. Patrick Juneau performed a one level cervical fusion which allowed Mr. Chaisson to return to work three months following the surgery. Mr. Chaisson's employer made work accommodations that allowed him to return to "sheltered" employment at the same wage rate.
The defendants argued that Mr. Chaisson did not sustain a loss of future earning capacity due to his quick return to work as a respiratory therapist, in the same exact job, making the same exact wages as he was making before the accident. Mr. Gaar convincingly argued to the defendant's claims adjuster that even though Mr. Chaisson returned to work, he had a diminished earning capacity that could result in future economic losses if Mr. Chaisson were to lose his sheltered employment.
Gaar Law Firm - Lafayette Personal Injury Lawyers
617 S. Buchanan Street, PO Box 2053
Lafayette, Louisiana 70501
Phone: 800-553-2352
Fax: 337-233-0690
Filing Workers Compensation Claims
Use a Professional when filing workers compensation claims
When individuals who have been injured on the job prepare to submit their workers comp claim, or when an injured individual prepares to submit a personal injury claim, the question often arises as to whether there is a need to hire the services of an attorney in the process. The Atlanta personal injury attorneys at Cruz & Associates highly recommend engaging legal assistance for the workers comp and personal injury claim process.
LEGAL HELP FILING A CLAIM
When the need arises to file a workers comp claim or a personal injury claim, there are several reason that attorney claim filing help is preferred:
Assuring fair treatment – There are situations when those who file a workers comp claim may be treated unfairly at their work place. The subtle or not so subtle message may by “if you want to keep the level your current job†don’t to this. Or similarly, there may be fears of retaliation or worse. Having a worker’s compensation or personal injury lawyer assist you in this process make sure that you receive fair treatment.
Complicated – Filling out Atlanta personal injury claims or workers comp claims can be a confusing, complicated process. Engaging legal help can assure you that the right material is completed in the injury and workers comp claims, in such a way as to maximize the compensation that your should receive.
Confronting insurance companies – When filing for a workers compensation or personal injury case, the need will arise to discuss the injury with the insurance company. Though they may seem nice over the phone, it is important to realize that the primary role of insurance adjusters is to limit the amount paid out. Utilizing the services of a workers comp or personal injury lawyer can assure that you get the amount of compensation coming to you.
FILING A CLAIM IN ATLANTA
When filing a workers compensation or personal injury claim, utilize the services of an Atlanta workers compensation attorney. This will assure that your claim is treated seriously, without reprisals, and to its maximum compensation.
Contact the attorneys of Cruz & Associates for complete and thorough assistance in your workers compensation and personal injury filing process and beyond.
