The Matthews Firm, PLLC

$2.4M

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.

$2.1M

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.

$260,000

Workers Compensation

Represented the surviving spouse of a man who developed myelodysplactic syndrome (MDS), a type of leukemia, due to decades of benzene exposure at a chemical plant, which ultimately caused his death. Proved the leukemia was caused by workplace exposure.

$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.

$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.

$400,000

Products Liability

Represented the family of a man who developed bladder cancer and died from long-term use of a diabetes drug. The drug manufacturer failed to warn patients of the increased risk of bladder cancer, despite internal knowledge of the side effect.