Other Settlements: Real Case Outcomes & Data

A man became paralyzed after a car accident and later developed a painful ulcer. He received pain management treatment that included opioids. His medication dosage was significantly reduced, and when his pain medication ran out, he was unable to get more from his doctors. He died by suicide shortly after. His estate sued the pain management clinic and doctors, alleging negligence in managing his pain medication and a failure to provide care when his medication ran out, which they argued led to his death. The defense argued they reasonably managed his care and that he was not suicidal.

A traffic control supervisor was ejected from the bed of a flatbed truck during a construction zone accident. The case involved a claim for underinsured motorist benefits following a debilitating motor vehicle incident.

A man shopping at a store sat on a display chair that collapsed, causing him to fall. He experienced pain and sought medical treatment, including surgery for his back and neck. He sued the store and the chair manufacturer for his injuries. The jury awarded him damages for medical bills and pain and suffering.

One driver was involved in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in a brain injury. The injury also caused personality changes and worsened a pre-existing ADHD condition. The case went to trial and resulted in a verdict for the plaintiff.

One driver was proceeding through an intersection when their vehicle was struck by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle admitted fault for the crash. Both occupants of the first vehicle were taken to the hospital. One driver was treated for a torn quadriceps and later developed persistent back pain requiring surgery. The other occupant was treated for neck and back pain and a minor brain injury. The jury awarded damages for medical expenses, future care, and pain and suffering.

One driver was traveling west on 8th Street and proceeded into an intersection on a green light. The other driver, traveling north on Nachand Lane, was distracted and ran a red light, entering the intersection directly in the path of the first driver. The two vehicles collided. The first driver suffered a neck injury and underwent multiple surgeries.

One driver was involved in a motor vehicle accident. The collision caused the injured person to experience disabling pain from a disc injury. The case resulted in a plaintiff verdict.

One driver started a fire to clear brush near a lake. The fire spread to a neighboring home, causing significant damage. The homeowners sued the driver, alleging negligence in starting and attending the fire. A jury found in favor of the homeowners and awarded damages.

A supervisor alleged sexual harassment by a subordinate and subsequent retaliation when she reported the conduct. The supervisor claimed the harassment was severe and pervasive, and that she was fired for complaining. The jury found against the supervisor on both claims, resulting in a defense judgment.

A shopper was injured when a shelf fell on her head while she was in a store undergoing renovations. She later experienced chronic pain and headaches. The shopper sued the construction companies, alleging negligence. The jury found both the shopper and the companies at fault, awarding damages to the shopper.

One driver turned left into an intersection and collided with an oncoming vehicle. The driver who turned admitted fault for the collision. The other driver sustained a broken wrist and bruised ribs. She underwent surgery for her wrist but experienced ongoing pain and a clicking sensation. She also received chiropractic treatment for soft-tissue symptoms. The jury awarded damages for medical bills, lost wages, and past and future pain and suffering.

One driver was traveling on a road and alleged that as she proceeded through an intersection, she was struck by the other driver who was making a turn. The first driver stated the other driver "cut the corner" and ran a stop sign. The second driver claimed she had the right of way and the first driver ran the stop sign. The injured driver had a pre-existing hip condition that was aggravated by the crash.