$1.5 million settlement for Milwaukee student after balcony collapse
Steve Caya obtained a policy limits settlement of $1,500,000 on behalf of his client who suffered a significant low back injury due to a balcony collapse. The client, a college student, attended a house party at a rental property in Milwaukee. The rental property included a second floor balcony that collapsed during the party resulting in injury. The landlord denied responsibility and denied any knowledge the balcony was defective. As a result of expert testimony developed by Steve Caya, and after two years of intense litigation, the insurance carrier agreed to pay its policy limits. After severe lower back [...]
$1.4 million neck injury verdict for pedestrian struck by car
Steve Caya obtained a verdict of $1,432,800 for a man who suffered a neck injury after being struck by an SUV while standing next to his boat at a boat launch. After Steve’s client’s neck failed to respond to conservative care, he opted to have a two-level disc replacement surgery in the hopes of relieving his pain. The insurer for the at-fault driver maintained throughout the case, the client’s injuries from the incident resolved within 4-6 months and that any symptoms and medical treatment thereafter were due to pre-existing conditions. The insurer’s initial offer to settle the claim was [...]
$750,000 Settlement for Lower Back Injury From Auto Accident
Steve Caya obtained a $750,000 settlement for a young woman who sustained a significant low back injury as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Because the client had a pre-existing history of similar low back problems, the insurance company initially argued the client’s problems were due to the pre-existing injuries. After filing a lawsuit on behalf of his client, Steve was able to establish the injuries were indeed related to the accident and the claim resolved for $750,000. Experiencing back pain following a car accident? It is NOT normal. You might be experiencing back pain from whiplash—a neck/back [...]
$150,000 settlement for auto accident neck & back injuries
In this car accident claim, the client suffered non-surgical neck injuries, back injuries and related headaches. After filing a lawsuit, Steve was able to achieve $150,000 for his client without the need for a trial. If you’ve been injured in a crash someone else caused, Wisconsin personal injury law entitles you to seek financial compensation for your losses. The caliber of lawyer representing your case has a direct, significant impact on the amount of money you’re able to recover. Are you experiencing neck or back pain following an accident? DO NOT ignore it. You're experiencing whiplash, and you're entitled [...]