Just A Few Of Our Results
Life-Changing Verdicts & SettlementsClayton, Frugé & Ward has won more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients, including some of the largest and most notable verdicts in Louisiana history. When you need someone to have your back, call Clayton, Frugé & Ward.
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$171 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$117 Million Ambulance AccidentRead More
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$75 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$65 Million Lead Paint ExposureRead More
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$60 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$56 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$50 Million Breach of ContractRead More
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$49.5 Million Spinal Cord InjuryRead More
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$46 Million Wrongful DeathRead More
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$45.5 Million House FireRead More
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$43.3 Million Brain InjuryRead More
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$40 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$37 Million Amputation AccidentRead More
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$31 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$18.9 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$18 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$15.5 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$14 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$12.2 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$11.9 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$11.2 Million House FireRead More
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$11 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$10.5 Million Property DamageRead More
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$8.75 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$8.7 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$8.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$8.4 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$8 Million Defective ProductRead More
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$7.7 Million Wrongful DeathRead More
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$7.6 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$6.25 Million Defective ProductRead More
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$6.1 Million Burn InjuryRead More
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$6 Million Maritime AccidentRead More
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$6 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$6 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$5.5 Million Partial Confidential SettlementRead More
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$5.4 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$5.2 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$5.2 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$5 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$5 Million Defective ProductRead More
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$4.5 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$4.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$4.2 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$4 Million Defective ProductRead More
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$3.9 Million Plant ExplosionRead More
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$3.8 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$3.75 Million Burn InjuryRead More
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$3.8 Million Burn InjuryRead More
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$3.7 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$3.6 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$3.6 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$3.1 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$3 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$3 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$3 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$3 Million Construction AccidentRead More
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$2.9 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$2.9 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$2.9 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.9 Million Work AccidentRead More
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$2.9 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$2.8 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$2.7 Million Truck AccidentRead More
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$2.7 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.7 Million Work AccidentRead More
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$2.7 Million Work AccidentRead More
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$2.6 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.5 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$2.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.5 Million Partial Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.5 Million Motor Vehicle AccidentRead More
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$2.4 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.9 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.9 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.9 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.9 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.8 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.8 Million Wrongful DeathRead More
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$1.7 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.6 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.5 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.4 Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.4 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.3 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.3 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.3 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.3 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.2 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.1 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.1 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1.1 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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$1 Million Confidential SettlementRead More
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In a story that made national headlines, our firm fought for a group of plant workers who survived a massive plant explosion. The defendant refused to settle with our clients, despite overwhelming evidence that the defendant caused the disaster; only after facing us in court did the defendant settle with our clients for $171 million.
Our firm won an unprecedented $117 million verdict for a mother who was catastrophically injured in an ambulance accident while she was 7 months pregnant. The ambulance driver took his attention from the road and drove into the back of a sugar cane truck, leaving our client with catastrophic spinal cord and brain injuries. In proving fault and the significance of our client's losses, we won her the largest single-injury verdict in Louisiana history.
Our law firm represented a group of individuals from a housing project who were continuously exposed to lead paint. Their health and safety were compromised due to this prolonged exposure. We tirelessly worked to prove negligence and secure a substantial settlement, ensuring these victims received the necessary compensation for their medical care and suffering.
Our firm represented a group of plant workers affected by a devastating plant explosion. These hardworking individuals faced serious injuries and trauma as a result of this catastrophic event. We diligently pursued justice on their behalf, securing a significant settlement to cover their medical expenses, lost wages, and enduring hardship.
Our legal team represented a woman who suffered life-altering injuries when an 18-wheeler unexpectedly shifted into gear, resulting in her skull being crushed. This tragic incident left her with permanent and debilitating injuries. We fought tirelessly to hold the responsible parties accountable, securing a substantial verdict to support her long-term medical care.
Our firm took on a complex case involving a dispute between co-owners of a plant. One co-owner sued the other for breach of contract and indemnification. We provided strategic legal representation, navigating the intricate business and legal issues involved, to reach a resolution that protected our client's interests and investments.
Our firm represented an individual who suffered a catastrophic injury resulting in a severed spine, along with severe PTSD, due to a traumatic event. Our dedicated team worked tirelessly to ensure that the responsible parties were held accountable, securing a significant settlement to cover lifelong medical care and compensation for the immense emotional and physical suffering.
Our legal team took on a case involving individuals who tragically lost their lives and others who were injured after being trapped and engulfed in clay within a vessel. We committed ourselves to seeking justice for the victims and their families, pursuing a substantial settlement that addressed the immense emotional and financial damages inflicted by this tragedy.
Our firm represented a couple who suffered severe burns in a devastating house fire. We worked diligently to investigate the cause of the fire and to hold negligent parties accountable. Our goal was to secure a comprehensive settlement for the couple, ensuring they had the necessary financial support for medical treatments, rehabilitation, and to help rebuild their lives.
Our firm represented an individual who sustained a broken neck and traumatic brain injury (TBI), profoundly impacting their life. Alongside this, the family members brought forward a loss of consortium claim, deeply affected by the drastic changes in their relationship and emotional well-being. Our legal team was committed to providing compassionate yet assertive representation, securing a significant settlement for our clients.
Our firm fought for a floating dock worker whose leg was crushed in a horrifying accident. There were 17 surgical attempts to save his leg, only for it to be amputated above the knee. We were proud to hold the at-fault company accountable and get this man $37 million for his past and future needs.
Our law firm was entrusted with a heartrending case where a van carrying children and adults to Disney was struck head-on, resulting in tragic fatalities and serious injuries. We dedicated ourselves to providing compassionate, comprehensive legal support to the affected families. Our pursuit of justice involved holding the responsible parties accountable and ensuring significant compensation for medical expenses, emotional trauma, and the incalculable loss endured by each family.
Our firm represented 4 plant explosion survivors who received a collective verdict of $18 million from the jury. We proved that the explosion (and the harm that our clients experienced) could have been prevented for $5 and some effort on the owner’s part, but the company’s oversight cost lives and livelihoods. We were proud to help our clients fight for the recovery they needed.
Our firm helped secure a $15 million verdict for 4 workers who were injured in the Williams Olefins plant explosion that rocked Geismar, Lousiana on June 13, 2013. Our clients, who were contract laborers working on an expansion project at the time, were forced to run for their lives and sustained serious injuries. This $15.4 million verdict will go a long way in helping them rebuild and create brighter futures for themselves and their families.
Our legal team represented an individual who was severely injured in a plant explosion, suffering extensive burns. This traumatic incident not only caused immense physical pain but also long-term emotional and psychological distress. We were committed to pursuing justice for our client, focusing on proving negligence and liability. Our goal was to secure a substantial settlement to cover the profound suffering and life-altering impact of the explosion.
Our client was riding a bicycle when he was struck at high speed by a motor vehicle. The resulting collision left him with a skull fracture and a traumatic brain injury. Our firm fought on behalf of our client against multiple defendants, ultimately securing a verdict of $11.9 million. Most of the verdict was awarded to help with our client’s significant future medical expenses.
Our firm represented a plaintiff who, despite a history of substance abuse and multiple suicide attempts, was severely burned in an explosion and subsequent house fire. The defense argued that the explosion was the result of another failed suicide attempt; however, our client contended that the true cause was a defectively installed gas line to their house. Our legal team challenged the defense's narrative, focusing on proving the liability of the gas line installation and fought for a substantial verdict.
Our firm represented a woman who was struck head-on in a collision involving two dump trucks. As a result, she suffered a catastrophic spine injury that required a “level one” spine surgery. We were proud to get her a verdict of $11 million to ensure she would recover as much as humanly possible.
$10.5 million jury verdict for damage to a dock from runaway barges (CEMUS).
Our legal team represented a man who sustained broken bones and a moderate traumatic brain injury after being rear-ended by a truck. The case, marked by the severity of injuries and their impact on his life, advanced to trial. Following the jury selection, we successfully negotiated a settlement, ensuring fair compensation for our client.
Our firm represented a young man who suffered a spine injury and mild traumatic brain injury after being struck from behind by a commercial truck. This serious accident had a significant impact on his life. We are proud to have recovered an $8.4 million verdict on his behalf to help rebuild his life.
Our law firm handled a tragic product liability case involving a defective lawnmower. The malfunction of this equipment led to the operator being severely burned, an injury that tragically resulted in their death. We focused on proving the lawnmower's defects, seeking justice for the victim's family. Our goal was to secure a settlement that would address the family's emotional suffering and the financial impact of their loss, while also holding the manufacturer accountable.
Our firm took on a wrongful death case, representing the family of an individual who tragically lost their life. We focused on providing compassionate legal support while rigorously pursuing justice, aiming to hold the responsible parties accountable.
In this product liability case, our firm represented a client involved in a single-vehicle accident leading to partial paralysis. The focus was on proving that a defect contributed to the severity of the injuries. Our team aimed to secure a comprehensive settlement to cover our client’s medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, adaptations for a new lifestyle, lost income, and more.
Our client, an employee at Cinclare Central Factory, suffered severe burns after falling into a pit of boiling water. This accident occurred when they tried to re-enter through an improperly marked exit door. Our legal team aimed to prove the factory's negligence in maintaining safety standards and signage. We sought a recovery for the client's medical treatment, ongoing care, lost wages, and the profound impact on their life.
Our firm represented four individuals injured in a maritime accident. Each suffered varying degrees of harm, impacting their health and livelihoods. We focused on establishing liability in the complex maritime legal framework, aiming to secure compensation for their medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost wages, and the emotional trauma associated with the accident.
Our client accidentally ran a stop sign due to a billboard that was blocking her view. She suffered serious orthopedic injuries, but we were able to prove in court that the billboard owners and sign placement were at fault for our client’s injury. As a result, we secured $5.4 million to help her recover.
Our legal team represented the victim of a plant explosion. We focused on uncovering the cause of the explosion, proving negligence, and securing fair compensation for our clients' medical treatment and the profound impact on their lives.
Our firm handled a unique auto accident case where the trauma accelerated the onset of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in our client. We focused on proving the accident's role in triggering the early onset of MS, seeking compensation for medical expenses, ongoing care, lost earnings potential, and the significant life adjustments faced by our client.
Our client was involved in a serious motor vehicle accident on Highway 90 near Boutte, where they were broadsided by a delivery truck making a left turn in front of them. Our legal team focused on establishing the truck driver's liability, demonstrating their failure to yield and the resultant impact on our client's health and well-being. We pursued a comprehensive settlement to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for the physical and emotional trauma suffered in the accident.
We represented a client injured by a defective product. Our objective was to secure fair compensation for the client, address the repercussions of the injury, and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Our firm handled a case where a minor side-swipe collision resulted in severe injuries for our client. A significant development occurred when we successfully excluded the defendant's biomechanical expert, challenging their testimony's credibility. Additionally, leveraging the insurance company's ranking and policies, we guided the case toward a favorable settlement.
In a challenging case, our firm represented the victim of a severe plant explosion. We focused on investigating the incident's cause, proving negligence, and seeking fair compensation for the victims, addressing the profound impact on their lives and well-being.
Our firm took on a product liability case involving steel failure which led to a fall and severe injuries for our client. We focused on proving the steel's inherent defects and the manufacturer's liability. Our aim was to secure a settlement that addressed the profound impact of the incident on our client's life.
Our legal team represented workers injured in a plant explosion. We focused on uncovering the cause of the explosion, establishing negligence, and securing fair compensation for our clients' injuries and the impact on their lives.
Our firm represented a child who suffered a severe foot burn due to a water heater failure in an apartment. We focused on proving the liability of the parties responsible for the water heater's maintenance and safety, seeking compensation for the child's medical treatment and the impact on their well-being.
Our client in this case was a little girl who suffered a burn injury due to negligent apartment management. She badly burned her foot after her hot water heater failed, requiring costly medical care and inhibiting her mobility. We were proud to uncover the apartment complex’s wrongdoing and get our client a $3.8 million verdict.
Our firm handled the case of a young man who was struck from behind by a commercial truck, resulting in a spinal injury and a mild traumatic brain injury. We concentrated on securing a settlement that reflected the significant impact of the injuries on our client's life.
Our firm took on a case involving an accident caused by a drunk driver. We focused on establishing the driver's liability and securing fair compensation for our client's injuries, damages, and the broader impact on their life.
Our legal team represented a client who was involved in a car wreck, leading to injuries severe enough to require a spinal cord stimulator. We focused on proving the other party's liability and securing a settlement to address the significant medical treatment, ongoing care needs, and the overall impact on our client's life.
In a challenging case, we represented a man who was side-swiped by an 18-wheeler, resulting in the severe aggravation of his preexisting injuries. Despite the defendants' initial stance of refusing to pay $1 million, our persistent legal strategy led to a settlement on the eve of trial, ensuring fair compensation for our client's exacerbated condition and the impact on his life.
Our firm represented a plaintiff who suffered a brain injury after being struck on the head by a board that fell from a construction site. We focused on proving the site's negligence in maintaining safety standards and securing a settlement for the plaintiff's medical treatment, ongoing care, and the profound impact on their life.
Our firm took on a case where an 18-wheeler turned in front of our client, leading to an accident that necessitated several spinal procedures for the plaintiff. We focused on establishing the truck driver's liability and securing compensation for the plaintiff's medical expenses, recovery, and the significant impact on their quality of life.
Our legal team represented a client involved in an 18-wheeler accident that resulted in injuries necessitating the implantation of a spinal cord stimulator. We focused on establishing the truck driver's negligence and securing a comprehensive settlement.
Our legal team represented a worker who was seriously injured in a rear-end collision, resulting in their ejection from a bobcat.
Our firm handled a case involving a fuel truck that failed to yield before making a left turn on a two-lane highway, causing a tragic accident that resulted in the death of two women, both of whom left behind young children.
Our firm represented a client involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler. We focused on proving the truck driver's negligence and securing fair compensation for our client's injuries, medical expenses, and the impact on their life.
Our firm took on a complex case where three 18-wheelers collided, resulting in our client suffering a brain injury and multiple orthopedic injuries. We focused on navigating the intricate liability issues involved in a multi-vehicle accident to secure compensation for our client's extensive medical treatments, rehabilitation, and the profound impact on their quality of life.
Our firm represented the family of a man tragically killed after being pulled into a conveyor belt while working. We focused on proving workplace safety violations and securing a wrongful death settlement to support his family.
Our firm represented the family of a man tragically killed after being pulled into a conveyor belt while working. We focused on proving workplace safety violations and securing a wrongful death settlement to support his family.
Our legal team represented a client who suffered a mild traumatic brain injury as a result of a car wreck. We focused on establishing the other driver's liability and securing compensation to take care of our client in the aftermath.
Our firm took on a case involving an uninsured defendant who ran a stop sign, obstructed by a commercial truck, causing our client to suffer neck and back injuries. Despite the defendant, who was working on the side of the road, denying all responsibility, we focused on demonstrating negligence and securing fair compensation for our client.
Our firm represented the family of a minor child tragically killed by exposed wiring at an apartment complex. We focused on proving the defendant's negligence in maintaining safe living conditions and pursued a wrongful death claim to seek justice for the family.