Disclaimer: Ricci Law Firm PA has been successful in resolving numerous cases through trial, arbitration and settlement. The cases below are a sampling of results obtained for our clients, however, they do not represent the firm's entire record and does not constitute a promise in any way of a similar outcome. Each case is unique and must be evaluated on its own merits. The outcome of a particular case cannot be predicated upon an attorney or law firm's past results.
Jackson v. Loggin Company
Settlement $1,300,000.00
On September 17, 2005, the defendant, while in the course and scope of her agency with a logging company, pulled out from a stop sign and negligently drove her truck into the side of our client's mini-van. At the time of the collision, our client was 28-weeks pregnant with twins (one male and one female). Upon impact, our client's seatbelt cinched down, causing the male twin's placenta to rupture. Our client was transported to the hospital, where an emergency C-section was performed. Doctors could not save the male twin, but they were able to save the female twin. However, the female twin suffered a severe brain injury that caused several developmental abnormalities, including slow mental development, motor problems, and vision problems. Subsequent neuropsychological testing demonstrated that the female twin's cognitive level was in the mentally retarded range.
The defendant initially insisted that she only had liability coverage of $100,000 per person and $300,000 per accident. However, after suit was filed, plaintiff discovered that defendant was acting in the course and scope of her agency with defendant logging company. Plaintiffs subsequently amended their complaint to include a claim against the logging company under respondent superior. The logging company had an additional $1,000,000 in liability insurance coverage, thus increasing the total insurance coverage to $1,300,000.
Parks v. Leonard, et al
Trial Verdict $119,605.01
Plaintiff a 77 yr old female was a passenger in a vehicle which was T-boned by defendant. Plaintiff spent the night in the hospital and was diagnosed with clinical rib fractures, sternum fracture and right knee injury. Follow up treatment included an injection to the right knee. Seven months after the collision, Plaintiff underwent an MRI and was diagnosed with a compression fracture. Prior to trial the defendant did not offer more than $20,000 to settle the claim. The jury returned a verdict of $119,605.01.
Evans v. McLawhorn/NC Farm Bureau
Arbitration Award $400,000 plus interest and costs.
Plaintiff was employed as a school teacher and suffered a mild traumatic brain injury following a motor vehicle collision on March 12, 2007. The primary defendant tendered the policy limit of $30,000. Plaintiff had underinsurance in the amount of $300,000. Plaintiff's underinsured carrier, NC Farm Bureau refused to settle her claim and disputed that Plaintiff's injuries were caused by the motor vehicle collision. Plaintiff requested arbitration and was awarded $400,000 plus interest and costs from the arbitration panel.
Holloman v. Unnamed Underinsured Carrier
Arbitration Award $250,000
Plaintiff suffered a back injury following a motor vehicle collision in 2007. The primary Defendant tendered the policy limit of $30,000. Plaintiff had underinsurance in the amount of $50,000. Plaintiff's underinsured carrier refused to settle her claim and disputed that Plaintiff's injuries were caused by the motor vehicle collision since Plaintiff suffered from pre-existing back and neck conditions. Plaintiff requested arbitration and was awarded $225,000 from the arbitration panel.
Swain v. Spruill et al
Settlement $200,000
Plaintiff injured her neck when the vehicle she was driving struck a cow owned by the defendants. Plaintiff udnerwent cervical fusion surgery and was assigned a 15% permanent impairment rating. Prior to suit, Defendants had denied liability and made no offers of settlement. At mediation, Defendants agreed to settle Plaintiff's claim for $200,000.
Workers Compensation
Settlement $404,794.00 plus $56,074.10 for future medical expenses
Injured worker was employed as a journeyman lineman and suffered an electrocution injury in 2003.
Settlement $317,000 plus $177,773,.64 for future medical expenses
Injured worker was employed as a truck driver and suffered a back injury resulting in surgery, and dorsal column stimulator implant.
Settlement $317,000.00 plus $28,110.32 for future medical expense
Injured worker was employed as a utility worker and suffered a head injury and depression.
Settlement $225,000.00 plus $108,441.31 for future medical expenses
Injured worker was a police officer who suffered knee and shoulder injuries.
