$350,000

Case Details

Our client was working for a communications company that was contracted with the U.S. Navy to monitor computer tracking stations on military bases. While attempting to access the data at one of the stations, the metal door on the mounted housing unit swung open unexpectedly after being latched shut, striking our client on the head. Our investigation showed that the door handle failed to secure the door and that the manufacturer of the box discontinued the use of these particular handles because of similar failures on other boxes, but failed to recall the handles on boxes already in use or warn their customers of the potential danger. Although some of our client’s damages were covered by workers’ compensation, we sued the responsible manufacturer and secured a separate recovery for future medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.