Pothitakis Law Firm

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Workers' Compensation

Claimant J.W. sustained a low back injury in 2018 from heavy manufacturing work, leading to multiple surgeries and chronic pain. Pothitakis Law Firm argued J.W. was unemployable. Judge found J.W. permanently and totally disabled, awarding lifetime weekly benefits and medical care.

$1

Workers' Compensation

Claimant D.D. sustained a neck injury from a slip and fall at work, leading to surgery, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Rejected initial settlement offer. Judge found claimant permanently and totally disabled.

$750,000

Wrongful Death

J.M. died in a boarding house fire in Columbus Junction, Iowa, on March 22, 2011, due to blocked exits. Landlords denied fault. Jury awarded $750,000 ($500,000 actual damages, $250,000 punitive damages).

$450,000

Workers' Compensation

Wife of a truck driver fatally injured in an auto accident was entitled to Workers' Compensation benefits. Sought partial commutation to receive benefits in a lump sum. Judge awarded lump sum.

$300,000

Workers' Compensation

Claimant AD, a union laborer, sustained a right shoulder and arm injury, requiring rotator cuff surgery. Left with 5-10 pound lifting restriction. Pothitakis Law Firm obtained second medical opinion and vocational expert testimony. Case settled for $300,000.

$200,000

Personal Injury

Young boy (M.M.) injured after being struck by a vehicle. Driver's insurance and underinsured motorist coverage totaled $200,000. Health insurance lien of over $200,000 was negotiated down to less than $10,000.