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Report Of Settlement—nursing Home Neglect: $3,475,000.00
Daniel E. O’Brien and Timothy M. Richardson finalized a $3,475,000.00 settlement for nursing home neglect
Cook County - June 2, 2021
On June 2, 2021, Daniel E. O’Brien and Timothy M. Richardson finalized a $3,475,000.00 settlement on behalf of the Estate of a twenty-nine year old female disabled resident who died as a result of hanging by per purse strap that was negligently wrapped around her wheelchair handle. Daniel O’Brien, who took the majority of depositions in the matter, stated that the case clearly involved an avoidable tragedy that would not have happened if proper supervision and safety checks were implemented in accordance with Illinois Rules, Regulations and Administrative Codes. The case was settled against a confidential suburban developmental disability housing facility for adults.
On April 18, 2017, 29 year old mentally disabled female resident was found by staff hanging by her purse strap from her wheelchair. The records indicated that the resident had three prior episodes of sliding out of her wheelchair and falling on the floor. The nursing home failed to provide her the wheelchair that was specifically fitted to her to compensate for her disabilities. On the date of the incident, the disabled resident was allowed to remain in her room for hours after being placed there by a staff member without proper supervision and adequate safety checks. Additionally, staff allowed resident to keep her purse around her shoulder when she was wheeled into her room after dinner and left her unsupervised. Allegedly, resident slid out of her wheelchair again as her purse strap was caught around the wheelchair handle and her neck. This resulted in acute asphyxiation and death by hanging. The resident was survived by her 69 year old mother. Mr. Richardson advised that the treating pathologist testified that the disabled resident likely suffered one minute of conscious pain and suffering based on physical bruises and laboratory studies.
Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC Obtains $750,000 Settlement for Spine Injuries
Cook County - January 17, 2020
Attorney Timothy Richardson recently obtained a large settlement for a woman who suffered a serious spine injury in a car accident. Our client, a 43-year-old part-time teacher, was T-boned by an employee of a telecommunications company who failed to stop at a stop sign. The collision, which took place in September 2016 in Will County, resulted in an aggravation of her pre-existing spondylosis, a degenerative spinal condition involving bone spurs, degenerative discs between spinal vertebrae, and osteoarthritis. Due to these injuries, she required spinal surgery (anterior discectomy with fusion) nearly two years later in August 2018.
Mr. Richardson sought to hold the telecommunications company responsible for the injuries caused by their employee. While the defendant claimed that our client's surgery was unrelated to the accident, since she had seen a doctor for her cervical spine condition in the week before the accident, and surgery was recommended before the accident took place, they agreed to pay a settlement of $750,000.
About Winters Salzetta O’Brien & Richardson, LLC:
The Chicago law firm of Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC is one of the premier personal injury firms in Illinois. Our attorneys have been recognized by our peers for providing outstanding legal representation for clients injured by car accidents, medical negligence, workplace accidents, premises liability, nursing home abuse or neglect, and wrongful death. To learn more about our services or to arrange a complimentary consultation, call our office at 312-236-6324 or contact us online.Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC Obtains $1.52 Million for Injured Construction Worker
Cook County - June 13, 2019
The personal injury lawyers of Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC recently obtained a large settlement for a construction worker who was injured on the job. Our client, a 17-year-old who was working a summer job as a roofer, was injured when he tripped and fell through an unbarricaded skylight and onto a concrete floor. He fell about 20 feet and suffered head injuries, fractured ribs, and a lacerated liver. In addition to requiring significant medical care, he experienced deficits in brain processing speed, memory problems, and behavioral changes.
Our attorneys sought to hold both the building owner and the construction company responsible for our client's damages by claiming that he was injured because of the failure to provide proper fall protection and ensure that the skylight was properly barricaded. In the settlement, the property owner paid $1.5 million, and the construction company paid $24,000.
About Winters Salzetta O’Brien & Richardson, LLC:
Based in Chicago, Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC is among the premier personal injury law firms in Illinois. Our peers have recognized our attorneys for their outstanding representation in the areas of motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, civil rights violations, premises liability and safety, nursing home law, and wrongful death cases. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, call 312-236-6324 or contact us online.Attorney Bart J. Galvin Named Partner at Winters Salzetta O’Brien & Richardson, LLC
Chicago - August 6, 2019
Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson LLC is pleased to announce Bart J. Galvin, III as its newest partner. As a partner, Mr. Galvin will work to further the firm's goal of providing personalized representation for clients in personal injury cases.
Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC Client Allowed to Proceed With Lawsuit Against Home Depot
Chicago - January 21, 2019
In a recent decision by a U.S. judge, a client represented by Attorney Bart J. Galvin has been allowed to move forward with a personal injury lawsuit against Home Depot. The case was profiled in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin. Click here to read the article.
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