Jay Kerr Law

$1.1M

Wrongful Death

The wife of a carpenter who was killed when a roof truss system collapsed on him has confidentially settled a wrongful death lawsuit. The carpenter was assisting with installing a gable truss when 25 trusses collapsed, striking and crushing him. The lawsuit alleged negligence against the general contractor for failing to ensure adequate temporary bracing and restraint for the truss system.

$1.9M

Motor-Vehicle Collision

Settlement for a retired woman who suffered a traumatic brain injury, multiple vertebral fractures, and severe hand injuries (including loss of a pinky finger) as a passenger in a Corvette. The car was struck by a tractor-trailer making an improper lane change, causing the Corvette to roll multiple times.

$5.2M

Construction Accidents

Structured settlement for a 34-year-old male laborer who sustained catastrophic injuries, including T-10 paraplegia and mild traumatic brain injury, after falling through a roof opening at a hotel construction site. The opening was covered by an unsecured, unmarked OSB sheet. The settlement was in addition to ongoing workers’ compensation benefits.

$902,500

Motor-Vehicle Collision

Settlement for a group of children injured while crossing a highway to board their school bus when struck by an SUV. Injuries included skull fracture, subdural hematoma, nose fracture, knee sprain, and growth plate fracture. Negligent infliction of emotional distress claims were also advanced for uninjured siblings who witnessed the event.

$450,000

Motor-Vehicle Collision

Confidential settlement for severe bodily injuries, including spinal trauma, sustained in a rear-impact collision with a cargo truck. The truck's braking system allegedly failed, causing it to hit the plaintiff's vehicle. Plaintiff alleged the truck driver and owner had prior notice of the malfunctioning brakes. Lawsuit filed in Buncombe County Superior Court.

$150,000

General Negligence

Confidential settlement for an 85-year-old patient who suffered severe pelvic fractures after being run over by a car operated by a corporate companion care provider's employee. The employee allegedly left the car in reverse with the parking brake engaged, and the car moved backward, striking the patient. Lawsuit filed in Buncombe County.