On March 5, 2009, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a landmark decision, ruled that people who suffered injury as a result of prescription or over the counter medications, approved by the FDA, may now sue the drug manufacturer.
Have you or a family member sustained a injury as a result of an FDA approved medication? Let an experienced personal injury attorney walk you through your legal options. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
Monday, March 16, 2009
$29.5 Million Settlement Awarded in Chicago Brain Injury Case
On September 17, 2008, Illinois resident Renea Poppel had just settled into her normal morning commute when the train she was on ran off the tracks between Joliet and Chicago, injuring more than 100 passengers and killing two. Poppel sustained severe injuries in the derailment, including a broken pelvis, a broken neck, and severe brain damage.
Even after more than 20 surgeries, Poppel requires the use of a wheelchair and experiences ongoing sensory problems.
An investigation conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board cited human error in the derailment, noting that an engineer did not properly slow the train before attempting to change tracks. The suggested speed for such a maneuver is approximately 10 miles per hour, while black box data indicate that the commuter train was traveling at an estimated 69 miles per hour.
A Cook County jury awarded Poppel $29.5 million in the case, citing her medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of normal life, and future damages.
Have you or a family member sustained a traumatic injury? Let an experienced personal injury attorney walk you through your legal options. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
Even after more than 20 surgeries, Poppel requires the use of a wheelchair and experiences ongoing sensory problems.
An investigation conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board cited human error in the derailment, noting that an engineer did not properly slow the train before attempting to change tracks. The suggested speed for such a maneuver is approximately 10 miles per hour, while black box data indicate that the commuter train was traveling at an estimated 69 miles per hour.
A Cook County jury awarded Poppel $29.5 million in the case, citing her medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of normal life, and future damages.
Have you or a family member sustained a traumatic injury? Let an experienced personal injury attorney walk you through your legal options. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
California Arrest Leads to Personal Injury Settlement
When Long Beach resident Karla Goodrow was arrested for public drunkenness at a July 21, 2006 house party, she was confident in her ability to beat the charges – the architectural design student had not consumed any alcohol on the night in question.
However, in a scuffle that preceded her arrest, Goodrow’s then-boyfriend Anthony Goodrow had his jaw broken by police when he tried to prevent her detainment. Video taken at the party show officers congratulating one another with high-fives as Anthony Goodrow writhes on the ground, bleeding and in obvious pain.
The incident kicked off a string of questionable and unethical actions on the part of area police, including bogus charges filed against both Goodrows. Although the criminal charges were later dismissed at trial, the Goodrows reported that they feared police persecution and continued to feel traumatized long after the incident. The City of Hawthorne issued the couple a $1 million settlement in the case.
Have you or a loved one suffered as a result of someone else’s actions? If so, you need the advice of an experienced team of personal injury attorneys. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
However, in a scuffle that preceded her arrest, Goodrow’s then-boyfriend Anthony Goodrow had his jaw broken by police when he tried to prevent her detainment. Video taken at the party show officers congratulating one another with high-fives as Anthony Goodrow writhes on the ground, bleeding and in obvious pain.
The incident kicked off a string of questionable and unethical actions on the part of area police, including bogus charges filed against both Goodrows. Although the criminal charges were later dismissed at trial, the Goodrows reported that they feared police persecution and continued to feel traumatized long after the incident. The City of Hawthorne issued the couple a $1 million settlement in the case.
Have you or a loved one suffered as a result of someone else’s actions? If so, you need the advice of an experienced team of personal injury attorneys. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
Seattle Man’s Death Sparks $1.5 Million Settlement
Although Seattle Metro bus driver Sandie Olosky had a long history of on-the-job mishaps and accidents and had previously been fired because of her poor driving record, she was reinstated shortly before the fatal accident that killed 21-year-old Michael Dalhquist.
In an April 2007 incident, Olosky lost control of the bus she was driving and swerved into oncoming traffic, killing Dahlquist and injuring a passenger who was riding in Dahlquist’s truck.
In addition to the $1.5 million settlement, Seattle Metro officials have met with Dahlquist’s parents to discuss policy changes that might prevent another tragedy like this from occurring. The agency has since instituted a policy that mandates retraining and suspension for drivers who are repeatedly cited for poor performance.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s carelessness, we’re here to help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
In an April 2007 incident, Olosky lost control of the bus she was driving and swerved into oncoming traffic, killing Dahlquist and injuring a passenger who was riding in Dahlquist’s truck.
In addition to the $1.5 million settlement, Seattle Metro officials have met with Dahlquist’s parents to discuss policy changes that might prevent another tragedy like this from occurring. The agency has since instituted a policy that mandates retraining and suspension for drivers who are repeatedly cited for poor performance.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s carelessness, we’re here to help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
iPod Ignition Results in Defective Device Lawsuit Against Apple
An unnamed minor sustained burn injuries to the leg when his iPod Touch caught fire while tucked inside his pocket. The device, which was turned off when the incident occurred, popped and burst suddenly into flames, causing the youngster’s pants to ignite. The flames traversed the child’s pants and undergarments, resulting in second-degree burns to the hip and upper leg area.
The child’s mother, Lynette Antrobus, filed suit against device manufacturer Apple, as well as several of the retail personnel who sold the iPod device to the family. The suit requests $75,000 for medical costs, the damaged device, and pain and suffering.
Have you or a loved one been harmed by a defective device? If so, you need the advice of an experienced team of personal injury lawyers. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
The child’s mother, Lynette Antrobus, filed suit against device manufacturer Apple, as well as several of the retail personnel who sold the iPod device to the family. The suit requests $75,000 for medical costs, the damaged device, and pain and suffering.
Have you or a loved one been harmed by a defective device? If so, you need the advice of an experienced team of personal injury lawyers. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
Medical Malpractice Suit Ends with $2.5 Million Settlement
When Kentucky resident Sophia Savage was admitted to the Three Rivers Medical Center facility for a hysterectomy in 2001, she had no idea that her medical problems would worsen as a result of the procedure she was about to undergo. However, due to a medical mishap that left a surgical sponge in her abdomen after the procedure was over, that’s exactly what happened. Fours year later, ongoing complaints of abdominal pain led to a series of x-rays, which revealed that a surgical sponge that had been left behind had fused with her lower intestines. Surgeons were forced to remove nearly 50 centimeters of her small intestine to resolve the problem, although Savage still experiences ongoing gastrointestinal distress related to the incident. A jury awarded her $1.9 million for past and future pain and suffering, as well as $65,968 for medical expenses. Savage’s husband was awarded $500,000 for loss of consortium.
Have you or a loved one been impacted by medical malpractice? If so, we can help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
Have you or a loved one been impacted by medical malpractice? If so, we can help. Contact the attorneys at The Heller Law Firm for a free consultation, or call us direct at 866-461-5791. You will hear from us either the same day or within 24 hours.
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