Labor Law Verdicts & Settlements
Plaintiff, a Local 46 Union Iron Worker, was injured when he fell 25 feet from an unprotected staircase. Plaintiff sustained a fractured femur requiring the placement of an intramedullary rod and fractured ankle requiring pins and screws. Plaintiff commenced an action against the property owner and general contractor pursuant to Labor Law § 241(6) and § 200. Defendants claimed that the accident occurred because the plaintiff was intoxicated. The case was tried by HKD partner, Jordan Hecht and was settled during trial for $3,300,000.00
$3,000,000.00 - Union Demolition Worker - Labor Law - Elbow and Back Surgery
Plaintiff, a member of Laborers Union, Local 79, was injured during the demolition of a parking garage. Plaintiff was cutting a steel beam when the on which plaintiff was standing collapsed, causing the plaintiff to fall ten feet to the ground below. Plaintiff injured his lower back and left elbow. Plaintiff eventually underwent two elbow surgeries and back surgery. Plaintiff developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and could not return to work. The case was tried by HKD partner, Jordan Hecht. The parties agreed on a $3,000,000.00 settlement after eight days of trial.
$2,500,000.00 - Demolition Worker – Labor Law - Fractures
Plaintiff a demolition worker, was working atop a steel beam when the beam collapsed. Plaintiff fell approximately 15 feet to the ground below. Plaintiff sustained an open fracture of his tibia and fibula that required placement of a metal plate and screws. Plaintiff also sustained herniated disc in his lower back that ultimately required a lumbar fusion surgery. Plaintiff was awarded summary judgment pursuant to Labor Law 240 and the case proceeded to trial on the issue of damages. The case was handled by HKD partner Jordan Hecht and resolved for $2,500,000.00 at mediation just prior to jury selection.
$2,100,000.00 - Mechanic – Labor Law - Back and Shoulder Surgery
Plaintiff, an overhead door mechanic, was repairing a broken garage door at a commercial parking lot, when he was caused to fall from an A-frame ladder. Plaintiff commenced suit against the owner of the building as well as the parking company that managed the garage. Plaintiff sustained a fractured scapula and torn rotator cuff requiring arthroscopic surgery. Plaintiff also suffered a herniated disc in his lumbar spine that necessitated a lumbar spinal fusion. HKD partner settled the case at mediation for $2,100.000.00.
$1,750,000.00 - Construction Worker - Labor Law - Struck by Falling Debris
Plaintiff, a self-employed construction worker was struck by wet cement being poured 29 floors above him at a construction site. As a result of being struck, he fell six feet off of the back of a flatbed truck where he was working. Plaintiff suffered an ankle injury which required surgery and an exacerbation of a pre-exisiting lumbar back injury which also required surgeries. Defendants claimed the back injury was degenerative in nature since plaintiff was being treated for back pain by his doctors in the years leading up to the accident. Plaintiff did not have a lost earnings claim since he did not miss any time from work. HKD won liability on a summary judgment motion under Labor Law Section 240 and 241(6). After a lengthy negotiation, HKD partners, Jordan Hecht and Jonathan Damashek, secured a $1,750,000.00 settlement for the plaintiff.
$950,000.00 - Construction Worker – Labor Law – Head Injury – Fractures
Plaintiff, a construction worker, was injured when he was struck by a falling object while on the job. Plaintiff sustained a closed head injury and multiple fractures. Case was set to be tried by HKD partner, Jordan Hecht. The parties agreed to $950,000.00 settlement prior to jury selection.
$900,000.00 - Injured Construction Worker – Labor Law – Back Surgery
Plaintiff, a demolition worker, was injured when a scaffold collapsed, causing him to fall through an unguarded opening. Plaintiff sustained multiple rib fractures as well as herniated discs in his lower back requiring a lumbar fusion surgery. Plaintiff sued the owner and general contractor, and was granted summary judgment pursuant by the Court on the issue of liability pursuant to Labor Law § 240. The case settled before jury selection for $900,000.00 of the $1,000,000 insurance limits.
$850,000.00 - Injured Construction Worker – Labor Law – Back Surgery
Plaintiff, a union HVAC installer, was injured when he tripped and fell on a loose pipe that had been left in the grass. Plaintiff sustained a herniated disc in his lower back requiring a lumbar fusion surgery. Plaintiff sued the owner and general contractor pursuant to the Labor Law. The case settled while a motion to dismiss was pending for $850,000.00.
$850,000.00 - Injured Mechanic – Falling Elevator – Neck Surgery
Plaintiff, a boiler mechanic, was injured when an elevator in which he was riding plummeted and came to a sudden and violent stop. Plaintiff fell to the floor and injured his back requiring surgery. Plaintiff sued the elevator company and building owner for nenegligence in failing to properly maintain the elevator. The case settled before jury selection for $850,000.00.
$788,000.00 - Construction Worker - Labor Law - Leg Fracture with Surgery
Plaintiff, a Bronx resident, was injured when a defective saw malfunctioned striking plaintiff's leg. As a result, plaintiff sustained a fracture of the right tibia requiring placement of metal rods, as well as severe and disfiguring scarring. Plaintiff commenced an action against the property owner alleging violations of Labor Law. Plaintiff successful defeated a motion for summary judgment and was able to obtain a settlement of $788,000.00.
$775,000.00 - Construction Worker – Labor Law – Fractured Wrist
Plaintiff, a construction worker, was injured when he fell from an unsecured A-Frame ladder. Plaintiff sustained a fractured wrist requiring two (2) surgeries. Plaintiff commenced an action against the building owner pursuant to Labor Law § 240. Plaintiff was granted summary judgment on the issues of liability. The case settled at mediation for $775,000.00.
$750,000.00 - Ironworker - Labor Law - knee and shoulder surgery
Plaintiff, a member of the ironworker's union was injured when he fell into an unprotected hole at a construction site. Although he did not fall through the hole, he did fall up to his knee causing a piece of rebar he was carrying to come crashing down onto his shoulder. Plaintiff did not receive any medical treatment for his injuries for five days. Plaintiff eventually underwent a knee and shoulder surgery. At the time of his accident, plaintiff was receiving treatment for a prior knee injury. HKD was awarded summary judgment on liability under Labor Law sections 240 and 241(6. The case settled for $750,000.00 just before jury selection on the trial for damages.
$700,000.00 - Construction Worker – Labor Law – Loss of Vision
Plaintiff, a plumber’s helper, was injured while assisting in jack-hammer operations when a piece of cement struck his eye. Plaintiff sustained an eye injury that resulted in permanently blurred vision in one eye. Plaintiff commenced an action pursuant to the Labor Law against the building owner for failing to provide protective eyewear. The case settled at a mediation for $700,000.00.
$650,000.00 - Construction Worker – Labor Law – Partial Amputation
Plaintiff, a construction worker, was participating in pile driving operations when a 2-ton beam rolled onto his foot. As a result, plaintiff sustained a partial amputation of his small toe. Plaintiff was able to return to work. Plaintiff commenced an action against the general contractor and property owner pursuant to the Labor Law. The case settled for $625,000.00 while a motion to dismiss was pending.
$650,000.000 - Union Laborer -
Labor Law - Ulnar Nerve Injury
Plaintiff, a Queens resident, was cutting an overhead pipe with a sawzall, when the pipe fell causing the saw to strike the plaintiff. Plaintiff sustained a laceration of the ulnar nerve that required surgery. Plaintiff commenced an action against the building owner alleging violations of Labor Law §§ 240 and 241. HKD was able to negotiate a settlement of $650,000.00.
$500,000.00 - Injured Police Officer – Municipal Liability – Loss of Vision
Plaintiff, a New York City Police Department Fire Arms Instructor, was injured when she was struck by a stray bullet fired by a co-employee. Plaintiff sustained significant vision loss in one eye. Plaintiff was unable to resume her job as a police officer. Plaintiff commenced an action against the City of New York pursuant to General Municipal Law 205-e permitting actions by police officers against the City. The case settled for $500,000.00 during litigation.
$300,000.00 - Injured Construction Worker – Labor Law – Torn Rotator Cuff
Plaintiff, a stone mason, was engaged in construction work that required him to stand on a bucket to reach a height. When the bucket collapsed, plaintiff fell to the ground injuring his left shoulder. Plaintiff underwent a magnetic resonance imaging of the shoulder which revealed a torn rotator cuff in his left shoulder. Plaintiff underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair the damage. Plaintiff commenced an action pursuant to Labor Law 240 against the property owner and general contractor. Plaintiff was able to secure summary judgment on the issue of liability. This case settled after opening statements for $300,000.00.
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