Our client’s loved one was killed when she struck the trailer of an 18 wheel truck that blocked the roadway. Our Houston truck accident attorneys represented the family and recovered $2,250,000.
Fee: $900,000
Expenses: $8,290.97
The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
A Texas resident was driving to Florida when he was suddenly rear-ended by an 18-wheeler commercial truck. The truck driver drove through a black cloud of smoke on the highway and as he drove through it, rear-ended our client. Our client, an undocumented Mexican national, was determined to sue the truck driver for negligence. The man requested the legal services of Scott C. Krist as he headed into the trial.
The same week, the Immigration Reform Bill failed and contributed heavily to our case. Due to our client’s illegal status at the time of the incident, the defense attempted to have his loss of earning capacity claim dismissed. The court chose to overrule this, and our client was awarded $2,200,000 in this Houston trucking accident case with an attorney fee of 40%.
*The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
A Texas woman was involved in a fatal accident after she had recently purchased a horse at an equestrian camp in the area. While riding one day, she was thrown from the horse and killed instantly. The father and three adult children were torn apart. Seeking justice, the family was represented by Scott C. Krist to sue the camp.
Our clients alleged that the temperament of the horse was dangerous and falsely represented prior to purchasing – violating state trade practices. All valid concerns, our wrongful death attorneys sympathized with the family, struggling to cope. Fighting for a positive outcome, the family saw a recovery of $2,000,000 in their wrongful death case. Our clients can now start to heal from this difficult situation. Attorney fees were 40%.
*The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Scott C. Krist received a call from a woman after an unfortunate workplace accident permanently damaged her husband’s memory. One day at work, her husband was attaching a large load of pipe to a trailer. He fell off and hit his head with substantial force. Unfortunately, he sustained an irreversible brain injury. His wife, looking for justice, turned to our law firm for legal guidance. We proceeded to sue the company and facility manager for negligence during this difficult time.
Our attorneys fought long and hard in opposition of the defense who claimed our client was at fault for his own injury. Prior to trial, we recovered $2,000,000 on behalf of our client. Case expenses totaled $45,492.53. The wife can rest assured and continue to care for her husband after a positive recovery was reached in this Houston personal injury case.
*The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
When a seaman sustained serious injuries to his head and shoulders, The Krist Law Firm pursued a maritime injury claim on his behalf. The client ultimately recovered $1,700,000 in damages for his past and future needs.
Expenses for the case were $17,169.98
The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Our client was an able-bodied seaman, injured when the line suspending a ladder over the side of a vessel parted, dropping him into the sea. Our client suffered aggravation of a pre‐existing shoulder injury. Our maritime lawyers took his case and recovered $1,700,000.
Fee: $680,000
Expenses: $17,169.98
The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Automobile accidents are rather frequent in the Houston area, but collisions with ambulances are far more rare. On October 27, 2010, a 28-year-old man was involved in an automobile collision with an ambulance. The man was driving through a Houston intersection at El Camino and Bay Area Boulevard when the ambulance turned left through an opposite red light and struck the front of his car. The impact was strong, severely damaging the man’s car. It was evident that the ambulance was not driving with emergency flashing lights or a siren. Under this situation, Scott C. Krist represented him.
Our client, an industrial equipment operator, was seriously injured from the accident. After a visit to the emergency room, our client was informed that he had bulging discs and was advised to undergo a two-level lumbar fusion. After the surgical intervention, our client went through almost a year-long period of physical therapy with epidural steroid injections. Based on our client’s rehabilitation expert’s evaluation, it was determined that he will be physically unable to stoop, crouch or lift heavy objects the for the remainder of his life and may be unable to continue working at his current place of business. Upon this realization, our client was determined to seek $2,899,613 in loss of earning capacity.
The man, still in intense pain and discomfort, proceeded to sue the ambulance company for negligence. Houston personal injury attorneys Scott Krist and Alex Horton took the lead on the man’s case and were quick to respond to his concerns. The two experienced attorneys successfully recovered a sum of $1,600,000 for their client. With a positive case recovery, our client can move on from the accident. The attorney fee was 40%.
*The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
A UPS driver was left with a herniated disc and fractured vertebrae after a scheduled pick-up at a Texas university bookstore accident. A bookstore employee was found acting negligently when he activated a pallet jack to load the books into the delivery truck. Consequently, the jack hit our client in the back of the legs, causing him to fall. A spinal fusion was ultimately required to repair the painful injuries he suffered from the fall. With a tremendous amount of medical expenses adding up, our dedicated team of Houston personal injury lawyers responded in a prompt manner and devoted their time to finding a solution. We recovered $1,500,000 in this case. Case expenses totaled $16,495.32 with an attorney fee of 40%.
*The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Our client was a passenger on a tour bus that was struck head‐on by a tractor-trailer operating on what was alleged to be a defective tire. Plaintiff suffered pelvic and leg fractures.
Fee: $600,000
Expenses: $68,860.01
The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Houston trucking accidents are serious cases that often result in significant injuries and even death. Scott C. Krist has a great deal of experience in handling these types of cases. Recently, four passengers were traveling in a large vehicle down a four lane highway when an 18-wheeler proceeded to make a legal U-turn, blocking both lanes of oncoming traffic. In an attempt to avoid a probable collision with the 18-wheeler, the driver instantly veered right, but, unfortunately, struck a concrete loading dock with considerable force.
We recovered $1,280,000 in this Houston trucking accident with an attorney fee of 40%.
*The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
After an individual was fatally struck by a vehicle exiting a parking lot, The Krist Law Firm represented their loved ones. Ultimately, our car accident lawyers resolved the wrongful death case and secured $1,250,000.
Fee: $500,000
Expenses: $1,675.43
The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.