$1.7M
Workplace Injury
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Case Details
40-year-old finish carpenter suffered fractured vertebrae and severe bone/ligament damage to both ankles after a defective ladder gave way at a construction site, requiring spinal fusion and multiple ankle surgeries.
Additional Notes
Subcontractor did not carry required coverage, allowing a lawsuit against the employer. Aggressive discovery proved subcontractor owned the ladder and general contractor had duty to ensure safe equipment. Verdict obtained after trial.