$13.5 Million
Car Accident
A devoted father of six was tragically killed in a car accident involving a speeding firetruck. His widow and six children were awarded $13.5 million in compensation. While acknowledging that no sum can replace their loss, this verdict provides essential financial support, easing the burden on the grieving family.
$2.15 Million Recovered
Wrongful Death Case
$2,150,000 recovered for a family in a wrongful death case. A corporation caused the death when it did not warn of a dangerous condition. The case was settled after several days in mediation with a retired judge.
Secured Wage Losses and Medical Benefits
Workers’ Compensation
William J. Lightfoot in 2019 won a D.C. worker’s compensation hearing securing loss wages and medical benefits for a worker who suffered a severe burn after hot soup was spilled onto his foot. The injured worker has not returned to work but his future is financially secure.
$485K Verdict
William P. Lightfoot in 2019 won a trial in the District of Columbia for $485,000 for a man injured in a car crash. The car crash caused a concussion. The man was on his way to work when a US Government vehicle side swiped his car.
$327k Settlement
Workers' Compensation
Lightfoot Law secured a $327,000 settlement for a carpenter who sustained a severe head injury while on duty, leaving him unable to continue his profession. With this settlement, he can now confront the challenges posed by his altered circumstances with financial stability and peace of mind.
$300K Settlement
Recovered for a healthcare worker in a worker’s compensation case. After repetitive gripping and twisting, the healthcare worker lost movement in her hands and wrists.
$275k Settlement
A carpenter injured on the job received a settlement.
$249.5K Settlement
Recovered for an assistant chef in a worker’s compensation case. The assistant chef’s foot sustained third degree burns resulting in numbness from his ankle to his toes. After extensive discovery and a six hour hearing, the assistant chef’s employer agreed to settle the case.
$175k Settlement
A skilled masseuse suffered debilitating and repetitive hand injuries that rendered her unable to continue her professional duties. She received a compensation award of $175,000 to alleviate her financial burden and provide support during her recovery and rehabilitation process.
A nurse sustained a severe injury to her right shoulder while assisting a patient. The injury was severe enough that she was unable to resume her duties as a healthcare professional. We helped her secure $175,000 in compensation to address her medical needs and loss of livelihood.
$150k Settlement
A teacher suffered a workplace accident that caused significant harm to her right knee, shoulder, and teeth, necessitating surgical intervention. We helped her secure $150,000 in compensation to cover her medical expenses and give her peace of mind.
$135k Settlement
Personal Injury
A restaurant employee suffered first and second degree burns caused by a workplace gas explosion. We demonstrated that the employer failed to conduct routine maintenance and inspections that could have prevented the injuries and helped the client secure $135,000 in workers compensation.
$100k Settlement
Client received a $100,000 settlement after she slipped and fell in an inadequately maintained parking lot. The fall caused significant damage to her right wrist, necessitating surgical intervention. We proved that that the parking lot owners failed to take proper salting and sanding measures that could have prevented the injuries.
$90K Settlement
Recovered for an appliance technician supervisor in a worker’s compensation case. The supervisor slipped and fell on the job injuring his upper extremity. The court ordered his employer to pay an award of 33% permanent partial disability benefits.
A restaurant employee was awarded $90,000 in compensation after his hand was severely injured in a doorway.
$85K Settlement
Client received an $85,000 settlement after sustaining a permanent shoulder injury in a car accident
$40k Settlement
A woman who injured her knee in a car accident received a settlement.
$39k Settlement
A skilled car mechanic received a $39,000 settlement after his thumb was severely damaged by a heavy car battery.
$38k Settlement
A restaurant employee sustained a debilitating Achilles tendon injury while intervening in a physical altercation, necessitating surgical intervention. We helped her secure $38,000 in compensation to cover her medical expenses and lost wages.
$32k Settlement
A person was injured as they were struck by a car and received a settlement.
$30k Settlement
A driver who was rear-ended by a car received a settlement.