Justice Achieved: Notable Injury Case Results

Settlement against Home Depot: Contractor was getting materials for a job. He reached for some wood when suddenly the entire pile of wood fell onto his back and shoulders. My investigation revealed that the wood was not secured properly-according to Home Depot policies and procedures. After 1 year of physical therapy and a looming lawsuit, Home Depot settled.

SEPTA settlement: 63 year old woman was attempting to board the bus when the driver closed the doors on her, then accelerating while she was being dragged. The other passengers were yelling for the driver to stop, which he finally did after almost 1 block. A SEPTA supervisor arrived at the scene, as well as the ambulance which transported her to Pennsylvania Hospital. She was discharged that night, after which she started physical therapy. An MRI revealed a herniated disc. The claim settled 15 months after the accident.

$500,000.00 dog bite settlement. A realtor was meeting a homeowner to discuss a potential listing when their German Shepherd entered the kitchen and suddenly bit her in the face. She was taken by ambulance to the ER for stitches and later underwent three plastic surgeries. A small scar remained on her cheek. The case settled for full policy limits.

$100,000.00 settlement. A husband and wife were rear-ended on their motorcycle while stopped. Both were thrown from the bike and taken to the ER by ambulance. They later received physical and injection therapy for over a year. I settled the case for the $100,000.00 policy limits—twice.

$100,000.00 settlement. Tenant entered an elevator where another resident’s dog bit her dominant hand and would not release until the owner intervened. She went to the ER, where the wound was cleaned but didn’t need stitches. A visible 3″ scar remained. Laser resurfacing was recommended to improve its appearance.