Our Case Results

Our client was driving home from work on Interstate 85 near Charlotte when an 18-wheeler whose driver had exceeded federal hours-of-service limits ran a red light at a highway interchange, causing a devastating multi-vehicle collision. Our client suffered a severe traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures, and required months of intensive rehabilitation. Through exhaustive investigation, we uncovered falsified driver logs and a pattern of safety violations by the trucking company. After a two-week trial, the jury returned a verdict of $12.5 million, one of the largest trucking accident verdicts in North Carolina history.

A 42-year-old mother of three went to a Charlotte-area hospital for a routine gallbladder removal. Due to the surgeon's negligence, her bile duct was severed during the procedure, leading to a life-threatening infection, multiple corrective surgeries, and permanent digestive complications. Our team retained leading surgical experts who testified that the surgeon deviated from the standard of care. The case was resolved through mediation for $9.2 million, providing our client with the resources to cover her ongoing medical needs and compensate her family for the profound impact on their lives.

A commercial truck driver lost control of his vehicle on a steep descent near Asheville when the truck's brakes failed due to inadequate maintenance. The truck struck our client's vehicle head-on, killing the 38-year-old father of two. Our investigation revealed that the trucking company had repeatedly deferred required brake inspections and that the driver had reported brake issues weeks before the accident. We settled with the trucking company and the maintenance provider for a combined $8.7 million for the surviving family.

A construction worker at a high-rise project in downtown Charlotte fell 40 feet when his safety harness, manufactured by a major equipment company, failed due to a defective buckle mechanism. He suffered a catastrophic spinal cord injury resulting in permanent paralysis from the waist down. We pursued claims against both the equipment manufacturer and the general contractor, ultimately recovering $7.8 million through settlement. The case led to a voluntary recall of the defective harness model.

Our client underwent spinal fusion surgery at a Raleigh-area surgical center. During the procedure, the surgeon placed a pedicle screw incorrectly, damaging the spinal cord and leaving our client with permanent nerve damage, chronic pain, and limited mobility. Expert testimony established that the surgeon failed to use intraoperative imaging that would have prevented the error. The jury awarded $6.8 million, including $2 million in punitive damages based on evidence that the surgeon had previously committed similar errors.

An 81-year-old resident of a Greensboro nursing home died after developing severe pressure ulcers that became infected due to chronic understaffing and neglect. Our investigation uncovered that the facility had been cited multiple times by state regulators for inadequate staffing levels and failure to provide basic care. Internal documents revealed that corporate owners had deliberately cut staffing to increase profits. The case settled for $5.7 million, and the facility was subsequently placed under enhanced regulatory oversight.

Our client suffered severe liver damage after taking a prescription medication that had been improperly labeled by the manufacturer. The drug's label failed to warn of potential liver toxicity when combined with a commonly prescribed blood pressure medication. Working with toxicology and pharmacology experts, we demonstrated that the manufacturer knew of the dangerous interaction but failed to update its labeling. The case was settled for $5.4 million as part of a multi-district litigation.

A Columbia, South Carolina family was involved in a moderate-speed collision when another driver ran a stop sign. While the crash itself should have resulted in minor injuries, the family's vehicle's airbag system deployed with excessive force due to a manufacturing defect, causing severe facial fractures and a detached retina to the driver and a broken collarbone to the front-seat passenger. We sued the auto manufacturer and the airbag supplier, recovering $5.1 million.

During labor at a Raleigh hospital, fetal monitoring strips clearly indicated that the baby was in distress. Despite the warning signs, the attending obstetrician delayed ordering an emergency C-section for over 90 minutes. The baby was born with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, a form of brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation, and will require lifelong care. Our medical experts testified that timely intervention would have prevented the injury. We secured a $4.9 million settlement to provide for the child's future medical needs.

A 28-year-old newlywed was killed when a drunk driver crossed the center line on a two-lane highway in rural South Carolina and struck her vehicle head-on. The at-fault driver had a blood alcohol content of 0.19, more than twice the legal limit, and had been served alcohol at a local bar despite being visibly intoxicated. We pursued claims against both the drunk driver and the bar under South Carolina's dram shop laws, recovering $4.5 million for the victim's husband and parents.

A skilled carpenter suffered the amputation of three fingers and severe damage to his dominant hand when a table saw manufactured by a leading power tool company malfunctioned due to a defective blade guard. Our product liability team demonstrated that the manufacturer had received numerous complaints about the blade guard design but failed to issue a recall or redesign the component. The $4.2 million settlement covered our client's medical expenses, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering.

Our client developed a severe post-surgical infection after undergoing knee replacement surgery at a Wilmington hospital. Investigation revealed that the surgeon failed to follow proper sterilization protocols and that contaminated surgical instruments were used during the procedure. The infection required multiple additional surgeries and resulted in permanent joint damage. The $3.9 million recovery included compensation for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, and diminished quality of life.

Our client, a 55-year-old school principal, was rear-ended at high speed on Interstate 77 near Charlotte by a distracted driver who was texting while traveling at 75 mph. The force of the impact caused a severe traumatic brain injury that left our client unable to return to work. Through extensive medical documentation and expert testimony about her prognosis and lost earning capacity, we secured a $3.8 million verdict after the insurance company offered only $500,000 at mediation.

A warehouse supervisor at a Columbia, South Carolina distribution center fell from an improperly secured loading dock platform, suffering a spinal cord injury that left him partially paralyzed. OSHA investigation revealed multiple safety violations at the facility, including failure to install required guardrails and inadequate employee training. We recovered $3.2 million from the warehouse owner and the company responsible for dock maintenance.

An experienced motorcyclist was critically injured when an SUV driver made a left turn directly into his path at an intersection in Greenville, South Carolina. Our client suffered compound fractures to both legs, a shattered pelvis, and internal injuries requiring emergency surgery. The at-fault driver claimed she did not see the motorcycle, but we obtained traffic camera footage proving she ran a yellow light. The $2.8 million settlement covered multiple surgeries and two years of rehabilitation.

A young woman was assaulted in the parking lot of her Atlanta apartment complex after the property management company failed to repair broken security lights and a malfunctioning gate that had been reported multiple times. Our investigation revealed a pattern of criminal activity at the complex that the management company had ignored. The $2.5 million settlement held the property owner accountable for failing to provide basic security measures for its tenants.

A warehouse employee in Greenville fell through a defective elevated work platform that collapsed under normal use, suffering multiple spinal fractures and a traumatic brain injury. The platform had been installed by a third-party contractor who used substandard materials and failed to conduct required load testing. We pursued claims against both the employer and the installation contractor, securing a $2.1 million settlement for our client.

A motorcyclist riding through Charlotte was struck by an uninsured driver who ran a stop sign. Our client suffered a fractured femur, torn rotator cuff, and road rash requiring multiple skin grafts. With no insurance coverage available from the at-fault driver, we pursued an uninsured motorist claim and took the case to trial, where the jury awarded $1.8 million, significantly exceeding the insurance company's final pre-trial offer of $350,000.

A 62-year-old grandmother slipped on an unmarked wet floor in a Raleigh grocery store, striking her head on the tile floor and suffering a traumatic brain injury. Store surveillance footage showed that an employee had mopped the area but failed to place warning signs, and that the wet floor had been left unattended for over 20 minutes. Our client's brain injury resulted in permanent cognitive impairment and the inability to live independently. We recovered $1.7 million.

An avid cyclist was riding in a designated bike lane on King Street in downtown Charleston when a driver parked along the curb opened his car door directly into the cyclist's path. Our client was thrown from his bicycle into oncoming traffic, suffering a broken collarbone, fractured ribs, and a severe concussion. We recovered $1.4 million, including compensation for ongoing neurological treatment and the client's inability to continue his career as a commercial photographer.

A seven-year-old child was viciously attacked by a neighbor's dog while playing in a Savannah, Georgia neighborhood park. The attack resulted in severe facial lacerations requiring reconstructive surgery, deep puncture wounds, and lasting psychological trauma. Investigation revealed that the dog had previously bitten two other people and that the owner had failed to comply with local leash laws. We recovered $1.3 million, including funds for future plastic surgery and counseling.

A pedestrian was struck by a distracted driver while crossing in a marked crosswalk in downtown Greensboro. The driver was looking at her phone and failed to stop at the crosswalk, striking our client at approximately 30 mph. Our client suffered bilateral leg fractures, a dislocated hip, and a traumatic brain injury. The jury awarded $1.2 million after we presented evidence of the driver's phone records showing active text messaging at the time of the collision.

A family of four was enjoying a weekend boat outing in Charleston Harbor when their vessel was struck by a speeding powerboat operated by an intoxicated driver. Two family members suffered serious injuries, including a fractured spine and a broken arm. Coast Guard records confirmed that the at-fault operator's blood alcohol level was 0.14. We secured a $975,000 settlement that covered medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering for the entire family.

An Uber passenger in Atlanta was seriously injured when the Uber driver rear-ended a stopped vehicle at a traffic light. The passenger suffered cervical spine injuries requiring fusion surgery and months of physical therapy. We navigated the complex insurance issues involving both the driver's personal policy and Uber's commercial coverage, ultimately recovering $850,000 for our client's medical bills, lost income, and ongoing pain management.

A factory worker in Wilmington developed severe carpal tunnel syndrome in both wrists after years of repetitive assembly line work. When the employer's workers' compensation insurer denied the claim, arguing that the condition was pre-existing, we gathered medical evidence and vocational expert testimony demonstrating that the workplace conditions directly caused the injury. We secured a $75,000 settlement that included coverage for bilateral carpal tunnel release surgery and vocational rehabilitation.