Recent Settlements

The Law Offices Of Michael F. Mahoney

Take a Look at Our Recent Settlements

At The Law Offices of Michael F. Mahoney, we achieve results for our clients because we are willing to go the distance, from negotiations and mediation all the way to court, if necessary. As an established, locally owned personal injury law firm, we bring tremendous experience to each case. Below are some of the outcomes we have achieved for our clients.

$18,400,000 John Doe v. Dr. Hreib, et al.

$18,400,000.00 judgement in misdiagnosis of HIV patient.

$17,500,000 Trull v. Volkswagen

320 F.3. 1 1st Circuit (2002) Products liability case establishing design defect in seat belts adopting Fox-Mitchell approach by First Circuit Court of Appeals and the NH Supreme Court ($17,500,000.00 million dollar judgment) largest personal injury judgment in New Hampshire.

$10,050,000 Doe v. Doe, et al.

We won an award for a municipal worker who suffered a fracture of his C-2 vertebrae as a result of a motor vehicle collision. We identified millions of dollars in additional insurance coverage when our investigation revealed that the at-fault driver was operating a personal vehicle for the benefit of his employer at the time of the accident. After a year of litigation, the case settled at mediation.

$6,000,000 Settlement in Aviation Case

$6,000,000.00 settlement in aviation crash case .

$3,700,000 Serrano v. Dr. Lai

$3,700,000.00 judgment against doctor for misdiagnosis of HIV and AIDS where patient did not have the condition.

$2,810,000 Simpson v. Doe, et al.

We won an award for a spinal cord injury resulting from a slip and fall on ice. An additional settlement of $810,000 was obtained in a separate action against the defendants identified through discovery in the original action.

$2,525,000 Doe vs. Canadian Travel Company

We won an award for a Medford High student, then 17 years old, who suffered a spinal cord injury when he went to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, as part of a trip hosted by a Canadian travel company. Although parents were assured that there would be no drinking on the trip, the company did allow the underage students to drink. The student suffered injuries while playing in a pool on the trip and became paralyzed.

$2,500,000 Manley v. Krikorian

Breast cancer case resulting in judgment of $2,500,000.00 based on lack of chemotherapy with proper diagnosis.

$2,000,000 Settlement in Birth Injury Case

$2,000,000.00 settlement in birth trauma brain damaged baby case.

$2,000,000 Settlement in Truck Accident

$2,000,000.00 settlement for retired gentleman involved in truck accident.

$1,750,000 Doe v. Doe Restaurant

We settled at mediation after an accident resulting in death and injuries as the result of over-serving alcohol at the defendant’s restaurant.

$2,000,000 Smith v. Osathanondth

$2,000,000.00 settlement in abortion death case where doctor was stripped of his license to practice medicine, convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to jail.

$2,000,000 Smith v. Osathanondth

$2,000,000.00 settlement in abortion death case where doctor was stripped of his license to practice medicine, convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to jail.

$1,500,000 Doe v. Doe Bicycle Company

We won an award for a spinal cord injury resulting from a defective bicycle component.

$1,200,000 Ewart v. Doe Campground

We won an award for a young man who sustained a spinal cord injury while doing a shallow dive at a campground when his head hit a manmade berm in the designated swimming area.

$1,200,000 Doe v. Bucket Truck Manufacturer

We won an award for an arborist who suffered a spinal cord injury in a fall in New Hampshire from a defective bucket truck. The case settled with the European manufacturer, despite the worker’s failure to wear the harness.

$1,000,000 Doe v. Doe

We won an award for a young woman who had burns over 20 percent of her body with third-degree burns over her abdomen and thighs from an exploding aerosol can left in an outdoor fire pit. The settlement was for the limits of the homeowner’s insurance policy without filing suit.

$1,000,000 Doe v. Doe, et al.

We won an award for a pedestrian on the sidewalk struck by an intoxicated driver, necessitating above-the-knee amputation. We obtained $100,000 from the limits of the motor vehicle insurance policy, $700,000 as an insurance settlement from the bar that served the driver alcohol, and $200,000 from the personal assets of the second bar.

$1,000,000 Settlement in Disability X Discrimination Case

$1,000,000.00 settlement against educational institution for disability X discrimination.

$950,000 Doe v. Doe, et al.

We settled a wrongful death claim as a result of a tractor-trailer collision on an Indiana highway. Despite an unfavorable wrongful death statute and a significant liability dispute, the claim settled at mediation in Federal Court in Indiana.

$800,000 Doe v. Driver and Employer

We won an award for a pedestrian struck in the crosswalk by a woman driving her own vehicle from one cleaning job to another by recovering the policy limits of the auto insurance and $750,000 from the employer’s insurer.

$750,000 Mansfield v. Cohen

We settled at mediation for a head injury when a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle.

$2,000,000 Doe v. Doe

We achieved a cash settlement for an underage girl involved in an inappropriate relationship with a wealthy country club member. The girl developed emotional issues that led to her suicide 25 years later.

$500,000 Doe v. Doe Construction Co.

We mediated a settlement for an employee’s post-concussive syndrome following a work injury while operating a Bobcat.

$500,000 McGrath and MacIntyre v. LaLancette

We won an award for a young couple injured in a moped accident, both who had broken legs.

$500,000 Settlement in Whistleblower Case

Whistleblower of major pharmaceutical company assists U.S. in obtaining $500,000.000.00 settlement from prior employer and whistle blower receives portion of the settlement worth millions.

$500,000 Settlement in Harassment Case

$500,000.00 settlement against educational institution for harassment of student.

$450,000 Donaghey v. Aguiar Landscaping

We settled at mediation for a fractured pelvis resulting from an auto accident with a drunk driver (second offense).

$425,000 Doe v. Doe, et al.

After an electrocution as a result of an improperly wired lamp, we achieved a $100,000 settlement from the homeowner and a $325,000 settlement following mediation from the hardware store that performed the lamp repair.

$400,000 Martin v. Sherman Williams

We won an award after a back injury as a result of a fall on the defendant’s premises, as a step was not in compliance with Massachusetts building code.

$334,000 Irving v. Beacon Skansk Inc.

We won an award after an elbow fracture arising from a fall at a construction site loading dock.

$310,000 Gutierrez, et al. v. Nationwide ProDrivers

We won an award after a back injury and assorted soft tissue injuries resulting from a collision with a tractor-trailer.

$300,000 Stearns v. El-Am Transport, Inc.

We won an award for a right hip and leg fracture after a motorcycle was cut off by a tractor-trailer.

$287,500 Amico v. AAA Limo Inc.

We won an award for a shoulder injury from a limo backing into the pedestrian.

$275,000 Settlement Handicap Discrimination Case

First perceived handicap discrimination (obesity) case in Massachusetts settled for $275,000.00 against national retail company.

$250,000 McCorry v. USAA Ins.

We won an arbitration award for a fractured wrist after an auto accident with a drunk driver.

$240,000 Williams v. Doe Restaurant

We won an award after a trip and fall caused by an unsecured extension cord at the entrance to the restaurant.

$225,000 Barter v. Parker

We won an award for a motorcyclist injured in a three-vehicle accident.

$210,000 Judith Stella v. Qualified Cleaning Services, Inc.

We won an award for a slip and fall on an improperly waxed floor, resulting in a broken ankle and a shoulder injury.

$275,000 Settlement in National Retail Company Case

$275,000.00 against national retail company.

$200,000 Carroll v. Home Goods

We won an award for a trip and fall on an empty display case that was protruding into an aisle.

$193,000 Kibbey v. Caprioli

We won an award for a left foot fracture when the defendant jumped on the plaintiff’s back following a Washington, D.C. football game at FedEx Field, knocking him to the ground.

$172,000 Martin v. Forest Hills Cemetery

We won an award for an Injury to the right shoulder, leg and back when an access ladder broke during the fuel delivery.

$150,000 Christopher Hunt v. Deborah Wetmore

We won an award for a fall through an uncovered cement ditch, resulting in a herniated disk and a meniscus tear.

$136,000 Raffaele v. Marino

We won an award for a wrist fracture and property damage as a result of a motorcycle accident.

$105,000 Rizzo v. Merrimack Valley Nutrition Project

We won an award for a jaw fracture when a minor on a bicycle was struck by motor vehicle.

$100,000 Mejia v. Zimaldi

We won an award for a pedestrian who suffered a broken leg when he was struck by the defendant’s driver side mirror while he was standing on the double yellow line in the middle of the road at night. The police report stated that the plaintiff should have been standing in a crosswalk 100 yards away.

$100,000 Hawkins v. Collins

We obtained the policy limits of the liability insurance and underinsured motorist coverage after a motor vehicle accident.

$100,000 Carter v. Depew

We won an award for a personal injury as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

$95,000 Jarred Harvey v. James McCominski

We won an award for a dog bite to a minor child.

$94,000 Hersey v. Chebacco Market

We won an award for a slip and fall on an ice-covered ramp that resulted in a lacerated finger and nerve damage after landing on broken glass.

$80,000 Abernathy v. Balian

We won an award for a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in the parking lot.

$75,000 Gagnon v. Crosby

We won an award for a motorcycle passenger injured when another motorcycle in the group stopped abruptly.

$68,000 Pina v. G/J Towing, Inc., et al

We won an award for a bicyclist traveling on the side of the road who was hit by a truck.

$65,000 Henderson v. Flatley Mgmt Co.

We won an award for a shoulder injury after a trip over carpet.

$57,000 Erin Mondello v. Letitia Beauregard

We won an award for a whiplash injury.

$185,000 Crespo v. United States of America

We won a verdict in Federal Court for a back injury as a result of a collision with a postal truck. There was a $10,000 offer prior to trial.

$170,000 Timlin v. Lindley Food Service Co.

We settled at mediation for a broken leg resulting from a pedestrian being struck by a motor vehicle.

$152,000 Conley v. Brennan

We won an award for a broken shoulder after a moped accident.

$150,000 Bosque v. LaFace

We settled prior to trial for a back injury from a rear-end motor vehicle collision after an initial offer from the insurance company of $15,000.

$147,500 Bobadilla v. Coca-Cola Bottling Company of New England, Inc.

We won an award for a knee injury as a result of Coca-Cola products left in the aisle of a convenience store.

$130,000 Blanchette v. Hayes

We won an award for a hand injury to a disabled adult with cerebral palsy while a passenger in an automobile.

$128,000 Carey v. Gormiacan

We won an arbitration award for a rotator cuff tear.

$125,000 Doe v. Dr. Doe - OB/GYN

We won a cash settlement/no insurance award for inappropriate touching by the defendant doctor during an examination.

$103,667 Doucette, a Minor, v. Donahue

We won an award for a dog bite to a minor child.

$100,000 Doe v. Doe Bike Racking Manufacturer

We won an award for a finger injury to a doctor resulting from an improperly designed bike rack.

$100,000 Craviero v. Schooley

We won an award for a back injury as a result of a rear-end automobile collision after the insurance company’s initial offer was $3,000.

$100,000 Doumani v. Nastasia

We won an award for a concussion after a motorcycle accident.

$90,000 Bogonis v. Guile & Abenaqui Carriers, Inc.

We won an award for a knee injury resulting from a slip and fall on ice at a gas station.

$90,000 Bowen v. Newbury Perennial Garden

We won an award for a back injury after our client, while on the defendant’s premises, was knocked to the ground by the owner’s German shepherd dog.

$80,000 Berndtson v. Safety Ins.

We won an award for a back injury from an auto accident.

$80,000 Bowen v. Fabbo

We won an award for an elbow injury as a result of defective porch stairs.

$65,000 Costello v. Rojas

We won a $65,000 arbitration award for a back injury after the insurance company had offered $3,000.

$62,000 Clem v. Mendoza

We won an award for a neck and back injury from an auto accident in Florida.

$50,000 Bennett v. Saulnier

We won an award for a back injury in an auto accident.

$50,000 Cooper v. Dunkin Donuts

We won an award for burns as a result of an improperly secured coffee cup.

$30,000 Dalton v. Commonwealth of Massachusetts

We won an award for a back injury after a state police cruiser hit our client.

$25,000 Dasilva v. Cost Cutters

We won an award for scalp burns as a result of a hair coloring solution at a beauty salon.

$75,000 DePlacido v. McAlarney

We won an award for a shoulder injury after an auto accident.

$160,000 Ennis v. Lido Realty Trust

We won an award for a knee injury when a patron leaving a restaurant slipped in water and ice being pumped from the basement.

$100,000 Ennis v. USAA Ins. Co.

We won an arbitration award for a back injury.

$85,000 Frazier v. Hogan

We won an award for an ankle injury after a fall on the landlord’s defective steps.

$99,000 Forgays v. Amica Ins.

We won an award for a hand injury in an auto accident.

$270,000 Gaynor v. Mostacci

We won an award for multiple injuries and hospitalization from an automobile accident.

$70,000 Gentile v. Rosa

We won an award for a neck injury in an automobile accident.

$38,500 Ginchereau v. Home Depot

We won an award for a minor child cut on the leg while walking past a display case.

$23,000 Hatfield v. Tides Restaurant

We won an award for burns on the wrist resulting from spilled coffee by the defendant’s employee.

$70,000 Hedison v. Morin Inc.

We won an award for a bone chip in the ankle after an automobile accident.

$90,000 Hines v. Unico Inc.

We won an award for a right knee injury after the defendant cleaning company failed to put up safety cones after mopping the floor.

$53,000 Horne v. Crosby's Market

We won an award for a rotator cuff tear after a fall at the supermarket.

$45,000 Hernandez v. Boston Edison Co.

We won an award for a cut on the face after a fall over the base of a severed missing utility pole.

$63,000 Jay v. Ferrantelli

We won an award for a collarbone fracture after an automobile accident.

$150,000 Kennedy v. Cosner Sons Transportation

We won an award for a back injury in a tractor-trailer accident.

$75,000 King v. Savage

We won an award for a fractured wrist after a pedestrian wheelchair user collided with an automobile.

$70,000 Pasquariello v. Saja

We won an award for a knee injury in an auto accident.

$38,000 Patch v. Dominovic, et al.

We won an award for a shoulder and back injury in an auto accident.

$42,500 Pray v. LeBlanc

We won an award for a shoulder injury in a motorcycle accident.

$100,000 Pushee v. Johnson, et al.

We won an award for facial lacerations and scarring in an auto accident, after being struck by a drunk driver.

$250,000 Reed, et al. v. Warner, et al.

We won an award for a death from a fire on the defendant’s premises.

$100,000 Thyme v. Fox

We settled for the policy limits for a motorcyclist, who suffered an ankle fracture and dislocation.

$175,000 Zeller v. Commerce Insurance

We won an arbitration award for diminution of hearing as a result of an auto accident.

$250,000 Sloan v. Kelly

We settled at mediation for a paraplegic, who was training for the Chicago Marathon in his racing wheelchair when he was struck by a livery driver and suffered a fractured ankle.

$94,000 Hersey v. Chebacco Liquor Mart

We won an award for a man who lacerated his hand and required nerve surgery after a slip and fall on ice outside of a convenience store caused him to fall on a glass bottle he was holding.

$100,000 Yaeger v. McGee and Commerce Insurance

We won an award for a pedestrian with a meniscus tear after being struck by a car. After we sent a 93A (bad faith) letter, Commerce offered the policy limit.

$120,000 Carlson v. Cutone

We settled at mediation after an auto accident resulting in a hip injury.

Contact The Law Offices of Michael F. Mahoney

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