The Matthews Firm, PLLC

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Truck Wrecks

A Canadian truck driver suffered severe crush injuries, including multiple pelvic fractures, when he was pinned between a truck and trailer at a loading dock due to the other driver backing up prematurely. The truck company initially refused full compensation.

$2

Products Liability

Represented the family of a man who developed mesothelioma due to long-term asbestos exposure as an industrial maintenance mechanic at a chemical plant. A products liability action was brought against manufacturers who had knowledge of asbestos dangers but continued selling products.

$1.6M

Truck Wrecks

Client suffered catastrophic injuries, including paralysis, after colliding with an overturned commercial truck on the interstate at night. The truck driver failed to place warning indicators, and insurance companies denied fault.

$1.5M

Insurance Bad Faith

Improper denial of coverage by an auto insurance company on a $50,000 liability policy after a motor vehicle wreck resulted in the client's leg amputation. A default judgment of $1,000,000 was obtained against the at-fault driver, leading to a bad faith lawsuit against the insurer.

$925,000

Truck Wrecks

A construction worker was hit by a tractor truck and trailer while performing maintenance on the I-440 bridge, causing him to fall 30 feet and suffer a spinal cord injury leading to paralysis. The truck driver failed to heed warning signs.

$825,000

Truck Wrecks

Client injured when a tractor-trailer pulled into his lane, causing a violent wreck. Client suffered a skull fracture, wrist fracture, and other trauma, incurring over $140,000 in medical bills. The trucking company initially denied liability.