Although filing a personal injury lawsuit may seem difficult and discouraging, especially when arising from an accident which occurred at work, it may also be the only way for a victim to begin to recover from their injuries and obtain money damages. Our expert worker’s compensation lawyers and team of personal injury attorney specialists here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates have decades of experience fighting for our Massachusetts clients and will be able to help guide you through this complicated litigation process.
A 41 year-old New Britain, Connecticut man, who suffered permanent back injuries following a slip and fall accident at his job in 2013, has agreed to a $325,000 workers’ compensation settlement. Wilkins Irizarry underwent a July 2014 spinal fusion and will likely never be able to work again due to his injury. Mr. Irizarry worked as a manual laborer for the Rocky Hill-based Burris Logistics at the time of the incident. Burris is a food service redistribution company.
The first offer to settle from Burris Logistics’s insurance company was for $150,000, just north of half Mr. Irizarry’s initial demand of $345,000. Following testimony from medical experts who said Mr. Irizarry would never be able to work again, the demand jumped to $600,000 until an agreement was eventually reached at $325,000. That amount was signed off on by both sides on November 15, with payment expected in December.
Have you accidentally slipped or fallen which resulted in an injury because of the negligence of someone else? If so, you may be entitled to substantial compensation for your pain and suffering, lost wages, and outstanding medical expenses. Our team of expert slip and fall personal injury attorneys at our Boston, Massachusetts law firm have decades of experience recovering damages for our Massachusetts clients. Please call 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and confidential consultation. Your needs are our top priority!
