The Incident
Ms. Honerkamp was transported home from the hospital by a private ambulance company following her total knee replacement. While attempting to wheel Ms. Honerkamp into her home, the ambulance employees lodged her wheelchair in the doorway. As she remained stuck in the entryway, the employees carelessly attempted to lift a heavy oxygen tank over her. Tragically, they lost control of the tank, dropping it directly onto her recently replaced knee. Keep reading to learn more about this $1,950,000 settlement for ambulance company negligence.
The impact fractured her femur, requiring an additional, more invasive knee replacement surgery. Complications from the hematoma at the fracture site and the subsequent surgery led to severe infections throughout her body, prolonging her recovery and causing significant pain and suffering.
Unique Case Challenges
The ambulance company initially denied all accountability. They claimed to have no record of the transport or the incident, leaving Ms. Honerkamp with no documentation to corroborate her experience. Additionally, they were unable to identify the employees responsible for the negligence.
However, Cantor Injury Law’s team refused to let this lack of transparency hinder justice. We uncovered critical evidence of the transport, including a cancelled $150 check that Ms. Honerkamp had written for the service. This small yet crucial piece of evidence validated her claim and set the stage for holding the company accountable.
Our Strategic Approach to The Case
Mark Cantor and Brian Winebright meticulously built Ms. Honerkamp’s case, leveraging the ambulance company’s lack of documentation as evidence of their negligence. Through discovery, they revealed not only the company’s failure to maintain proper records but also the existence of an additional umbrella insurance policy worth $1 million, doubling the initially disclosed $1 million coverage.
Our team presented a compelling argument, highlighting:
- The clear negligence of the ambulance employees in mishandling Ms. Honerkamp’s transport.
- The severe physical and emotional toll caused by the fractured femur, additional surgery, and prolonged infections.
- The company’s lack of accountability and proper procedures, which further demonstrated their negligence.
The Outcome
Facing the strength of our case, the defendant agreed to settle one month before the trial, which was set for October 2017. The settlement totaled a life-changing amount of almost $2 million, reflecting the maximum payouts from both the standard and umbrella insurance policies.
The settlement provided Ms. Honerkamp with the financial resources to cover her extensive medical expenses, compensate for her pain and suffering, and address the long-term impact of her personal injuries. This recovery also held the ambulance company accountable for its negligence, emphasizing the importance of proper training and procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future
How Cantor Injury Law Can Help You
This case demonstrates our unwavering commitment to fighting for our clients, even in the face of initial denials and lack of evidence. At Cantor Injury Law, we are dedicated to uncovering the truth and securing justice for those who have been wronged.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to negligence, contact Cantor Injury Law today for a free consultation. Let us fight for the compensation and accountability you deserve.
