Attorney Cory Itkin

Attorneys Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin obtained a $222 million verdict for a woman whose husband Jesse suffered fatal burns over approximately 90% of his body in a plant accident. Jesse was sent to investigate a steam release from a faulty valve, but when the elevator doors opened, the steam burned Jesse. He was airlifted to a burn unit, but it was too late. Jesse died the next day. The faulty valve was traced back to Team Industrial Services, Inc., who denied responsibility until a jury heard the facts and ruled in our favor.

Attorneys from Arnold & Itkin LLP obtained a massive confidential settlement in a large case. The case was resolved after several years of hard work and hard fought litigation.

Attorney Jason Itkin and the team of lawyers from Arnold & Itkin won an impressive $76.6 million jury verdict on behalf of a boy who suffered gynecomastia, or irregular female breast growth. The verdict came against Johnson & Johnson and Janssen Pharmaceutical for their drug, Risperdal. The team was also assisted by Cory Itkin and Santana McMurrey from the firm. Both Jason and Kyle provided representation for the boy’s family, bringing a lawsuit against J&J for failing to provide a proper warning that their antipsychotic medicine, Risperdal, could lead to the development of female breasts. This verdict will help ensure that J&J is held accountable for causing such devastating disfigurement to Arnold & Itkin’s client.

J&J and Janssen Pharmaceuticals tried to argue that because their drug was the only drug that worked for the boy, he continued to stay on the drug—even though he was informed of the potential risks. They also tried to argue that Risperdal does not even cause gynecomastia, despite significant evidence that shows otherwise. Our team discovered pivotal evidence through careful cross-examination that was known in the case as “Tab 4.” It became crucial to our case and had never become public until the trial. This included scientific data that showed a clear link between Risperdal and the condition known as gynecomastia. Even though they had this information, J&J knowingly kept this evidence secret, hiding it from the FDA and burying it from scientific studies.

The Philadelphia jury found that Johnson & Johnson was guilty of falsifying, concealing, and/or destroying evidence. After just 11 days of trial, they unanimously agreed that J&J failed to warn of the side effects of Risperdal, thus causing our client to develop gynecomastia. They awarded our client $76.6 million—the largest single verdict in such a case.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Caj Boatright, and Noah Wexler settled a case for $75 million on behalf of multiple clients. Our team was able to secure the settlement after we defeated the defendant's attempt to keep the case from getting to trial. After winning a series of rulings that allowed our clients' case to come forward, the defendant settled for an eight-figure amount.

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Kurt Arnold were able to win a massive $72 million victory for our client after less than 2 years of preparation and investigation. Our client, a former oilfield worker, lost his arm and suffered other life-changing injuries in an accident caused by negligence. The companies responsible chose to settle with our client a week before trial was set to begin—giving him the financial security and access to medical care he needs. The settlement is potentially a record-setting size, which has compelled the companies involved to change their policies and ensure this never happens to another worker.

Attorney Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, and Cory Itkin of our firm helped to represent a family after they lost a loved one in a fatal offshore accident. The $29M settlement set records as the largest in a case of this type.

We represented a young man who sustained serious injuries because of a defective product. After a thorough investigation, our team discovered that the companies that designed the product were aware of its issues. Their failure to rectify the problem they knew about caused our client’s preventable accident. Our team was able to prove that these companies could have stopped an accident from occurring, securing $25,500,000 that our client and his family deserved.

Attorney Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin represented the widow of a railroad worker killed in an accident involving equipment failure. The defendants in the case attempted to blame our client’s husband by saying the equipment was being misused. They also argued that because the couple had not been together for very long, our client did not deserve much financial compensation. Our firm successfully combated these arguments and were able to reach a $25 million settlement that will ensure our client is taken care of for life.

Attorneys Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully recovered $17.25 million on behalf of a man from Katy, TX who was injured during a flash fire at a Tijuana, Mexico plant. He was working to install equipment at the time of the fire, resulting in burns to his hands, arm, and face. In the aftermath, our client required multiple procedures to help his burns heal. Despite the gravity of our client’s injuries, the defendant claimed that he was at fault for the incident while also noting that his injuries largely healed following medical treatment. Despite these challenges, we were able to reach a favorable settlement for our client and his wife.

Attorney Cory Itkin of Arnold & Itkin secured a landmark $16,500,000 million settlement on behalf of an Alabama man who was catastrophically injured during the construction of a large plant in Louisiana. Our client was working as a crane rigger when a crane load fell on him, crushing his pelvis. The defendant tried to argue that our client was to blame because he had secured the crane load with the wrong type of hook, but Cory proved these allegations wrong. He and our team completed an in-depth analysis of the plant owner’s financial documents, discovering and proving that construction was behind schedule, and they were using workers (such as our client) for tasks that they were not certified or qualified to perform. We’re proud to have helped this man find justice.

Attorney Cory Itkin resolved a case with a $12.5 million settlement for a Corpus Christi refinery worker. Our client suffered serious burns all over his hand and legs because of poor safety practices. The defendants in the case insisted that they weren’t responsible, arguing that our client was largely recovered. Attorney Itkin proved that this wasn’t the case, negotiating an eight-figure settlement that will provide for our client for the rest of his life. The case was filed in Nueces County, Texas.

Our attorneys represented a man struck by a UPS truck delivering packages to his work. The accident caused our client to be knocked unconscious, sustaining a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the process. Following the incident, UPS attempted to blame our client for the accident and also argued that he was due less because he had made such progress recovering. We argued these were both wrong and won a $12.5 million verdict.

Attorney Cory Itkin aggressively pursued justice for our client, who was left severely and permanently injured as a result of an accident on the job. Our client was a truck driver and was unloading his cargo when he suffered a stroke. As a result, the cargo he was unloading fell on him, injuring him further. The defendants attempted to blame his injuries on being overweight or on unloading the cargo improperly, but Cory quickly rebutted their arguments. Our thorough trial preparation pressured them into settling with our client for $12 million—a massive sum that will go toward the constant care he now requires for basic daily tasks.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys have recently helped a plant worker who had suffered a serious injury while working at a refinery. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Kurt Arnold, and Cory Itkin helped to represent the worker who had been burned after the failure of a safety valve. Through their efforts, they were able to settle the case for $12 million just two weeks before trial. The worker is now able to receive all necessary medical attention.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully obtained a settlement of $11.5 on behalf of their client, an injured offshore worker. The man was injured in an offshore accident while performing his job duties. The injuries he sustained were both psychological and physical in nature.

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Bradford Hendrickson secured a $9.55 million settlement for a longshoreman from Virginia. While performing his work duties, the longshoreman became the victim of an industrial crane accident. This accident caused the client various injuries resulting in the amputation of one of his legs. Proving accountability in Virginia is critical to an injury case, as Virginia law states that if a client is partially responsible for an injury, he or she forfeits their right to compensation. The defendant argued that the client was at fault for the incident, but Arnold & Itkin lawyers proved that this was not true. As a result, the longshoreman received a fair settlement. The settlement included the $9.55 million payment, an admittance of guilt by the defendant given to the client, a payment of $500,000 for the client’s medical bills, and the creation of a memorial safety award to honor the client’s service and diligence while employed as a longshoreman. Arnold & Itkin is truly honored to have obtained this recovery for their client.

In an investigation into a recent incident at an offshore drilling vessel, the aforementioned attorneys from the Houston-based personal injury firm Arnold & Itkin were able to identify faults in several of their client’s coworkers. Upon proving these faults, the firm was able to secure $8,900,000 for damages that caused extensive treatment and multiple visits to medical specialists. With the help of the firm, Arnold & Itkin’s client is now able to focus on recovery with financial comfort for life.

Attorneys Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin represented a man from Katy, Texas who was seriously harmed while riding his ATV at a construction site. The defense tried to argue that our client was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident and that he was trespassing, but we overcame these claims and won an $8.2 million settlement on his behalf.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin took on the case of an injured steward. The Seaman sought the help of the firm after he sustained a serious back injury while performing his job duties. He had to undergo back surgery and could no longer work in the offshore field. Originally, this man sought legal help elsewhere, and he was told he may only be able to recover a few hundred thousand dollars. After speaking with Arnold & Itkin, they took on his case and obtained a substantial $8,000,000 on his behalf before the case even went to trial. The case was filed in Houston, Texas.

A maritime worker was injured while performing his job duties and sustained herniated discs as well as a concussion and related complications. He sought the help of Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin who successfully showed the serious impact the injury had on the worker’s life and job, earning a $7.1 million settlement on his behalf.

Arnold & Itkin’s legal team fought hard to obtain justice on behalf of four clients who had been severely injured in an oil refinery explosion. Our clients had been thrown into a nearby handrail and then covered in hot steam and coking material. As a result, and despite the protective gear they had been wearing at the time of the incident, they suffered burns to their faces, heads, backs, legs, and arms. We took on the case and were successful in holding the involved companies accountable. We recovered $7 million on their behalf.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Ben Bireley settled a case for a record sum on behalf of a grieving family. Our clients lost their loved one in an offshore incident due to negligence, but the defendant offered them a shockingly low sum as compensation. They then pressured the family into accepting the settlement offer through the use of arcane legal maneuvers and 100-year-old, outdated laws. By persevering through their shallow tactics, our team was able to secure $6.9 million for the family’s future security and stability—many times more than the defendant’s original offer. Arnold & Itkin is proud of this result, and even prouder that our client received the compensation their situation demanded.

Our firm was proud to secure a multimillion-dollar settlement for the family of a deceased offshore worker. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Ben Bireley represented the widow of an vessel worker who died due to alleged negligence. Our client wanted an attorney who would be able to do justice on behalf of her late husband, and her extensive search led to Arnold & Itkin. Shortly after receiving the call, Kurt Arnold flew out to speak with the family personally. After meeting, we immediately filed the case to put the pressure back on the defendant. Despite multiple legal obstacles, our team eventually negotiated a $6.6 million settlement—a sizable award that will help our client gain closure, grieve in peace, and secure a financially stable future.

Our product liability attorneys represented a worker who suffered an arm laceration after using unsafe equipment on the job. Following the incident, his company attempted to pin the blame on our client and his co-workers. They further tried to argue that the injury wasn’t serious since our client was able to return to work shortly after it occurred. Despite these challenges, we reached a settlement of $6.6 million.

Attorneys Cory Itkin and Jason Itkin negotiated a settlement of $6.25 million on behalf of a Mississippi family who lost a loved one in an offshore accident. The decedent had been a barge engineer who had suffered a heart attack while working off the Africa coast. It had taken several hours to get him to a cardiologist so that he could receive the necessary medical attention. Our firm filed a Jones Act lawsuit against the decedent’s employers. The defendant argued that they were not responsible for caring for the man’s heart attack and pointed out the difficulties in obtaining specialized medical treatment in remote locations. We were able to overcome those arguments and reach a settlement of $6.25 million that will help to ensure that the family will be taken care of. The case was pending in Harris County, Texas.

Attorneys at Arnold & Itkin secured a settlement of $6.1 million for a woman who lost her husband in an incident offshore. Before she called us, she was being relentlessly hit with call after call from the defendants, government officials, and other people looking out for their own interests. The defendant attempted to pressure her into settling for an extremely small amount, despite the circumstances of her husband’s death. When she contacted our firm, Kurt Arnold immediately flew out to speak with her personally. By fighting back against the defendant and relentlessly pursuing justice on our client’s behalf, we secured a settlement that is 12 times larger than the original settlement offer.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin were able to successfully represent their client, an offshore worker injured while performing his job duties, and obtain a settlement on his behalf of $5.8 million. They were able to prove that his injuries, post-traumatic stress as well as disc and head injuries, severely impacted his living quality.

The attorneys from Arnold & Itkin are proud to have achieved a $5.6 million settlement in a case involving a serious crane accident that left one offshore worker dead. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Kurt Arnold helped to represent the mother who had lost her son in the accident. During the case, the defendants made the argument that they were not responsible and attempted to push the blame onto other parties; they also attempted to argue that because the deceased worker did not have a spouse or any children, the total amount of damages for the mother should be diminished. Attorney Cory Itkin took 20 depositions in the case and fought hard in state, federal, and appellate courts to ensure that fair compensation was recovered.

A young client was injured while performing her job duties at her offshore work environment. She suffered from depression as well as post-traumatic stress disorder. She sought the help of Arnold & Itkin attorneys to help her with her claim. They were able to obtain a $5.5 million settlement on her behalf.

A severe offshore accident caused an offshore worker to sustain serious head and back injuries. He was left with long-term pain and concussion side-effects. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully represented him and obtain a $5.5 million settlement on his behalf.

When four workers were injured on an industrial site, they needed attorneys who would secure their rights effectively—which is why they turned to Arnold & Itkin. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Cory Itkin fought to secure a trial against our clients’ defendant, who is one of the largest companies in the nation. The defendant was fighting to get the trial dismissed entirely, but our firm creatively framed the case’s liability theory and convinced the judge to continue the trial. As a result, the defendant agreed to settle with our clients for $5.5 million during the jury selection process. We are proud of this result and are glad that our clients will be taken care of for the rest of their lives.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully represented a maritime worker who sustained serious injuries while performing his job duties. He dealt with psychological trauma after the accident, and Arnold & Itkin was able to see that he obtained a settlement of $5.4 million.

An injured offshore worker sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP to file a claim after he was involved in an offshore work accident. The plaintiff suffered a herniated disc as well as a concussion and sought compensation. Arnold & Itkin attorneys were able to successfully fight to obtain a $5.2 million settlement to ensure the client’s future quality of life.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a $4.8 million settlement on behalf of their offshore accident victim client. The plaintiff suffered a herniated disc injury as well as a concussion and because of the successful representation of Arnold & Itkin attorneys, his medical costs and future quality of living is now taken care of.

Our attorneys recovered $4.77 million for a railroad worker injured while attempting to jump out of the way of a runaway ballast regulator. Our client sustained an injury to his shoulder. However, the defendants attempted to deny that they were at fault. They also attempted to lessen the severity of our client’s injury by claiming that he returned to work and never required shoulder surgery. Our firm took on the case, showing how much the injuries affected our client’s life and were able to reach a fair settlement on his behalf.

Attorney Cory Itkin secured a $4.7 million settlement for an electrical lineman from San Augustine, Texas who suffered a serious injury while working on a pole replacement project in Joaquin, Texas. The worker's accident occurred when he fell into the high-voltage power lines he was tasked with repairing. This case presented unique challenges as the worker was not wearing the necessary personal protective equipment and had a failed drug test following the incident. Despite these hurdles, Arnold & Itkin stood by our client, tirelessly advocating for his rights. Our unwavering commitment resulted in a substantial settlement, providing the financial security our client needs as he transitions into the next phase of his life.

A woman was injured while performing her job duties in her offshore work environment. She suffered from bulging discs and a concussion after the accident and sought the help of Arnold & Itkin LLP. They were able to fight to see that she got the justice she deserved, and obtained a $4.6 million settlement on her behalf.

The victim of an offshore accident sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin after he sustained a herniated disc and ankle injuries. Because of the aggressive representation of Arnold & Itkin attorneys, he was able to be restored $4.5 million so that he and his family’s future needs will be met.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented a man who had severely hurt his leg and hip after crashing his motorcycle into a pickup truck driven by an oilfield services worker. Even though our client did not have a driver’s license, wasn’t wearing a helmet, and was legally intoxicated, we were able to prove that the accident was the other driver’s fault for making an unsafe turn. In the end, we reached a $4.5 million settlement.

An offshore worker was injured while performing his job duties on a rig. The injuries he sustained were so severe that he was prevented from working again. Arnold & Itkin was able to take on his case to secure a $4.1 million settlement on his behalf for the provision of his family since he can no longer work to provide for them.

A $4 million settlement was awarded to an injured maritime worker. His injuries were severe, sustaining a herniated disc as well as neck, knee and ankle injuries. Because of the aggressive advocacy of maritime attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin the client was able to obtain the compensation he deserved to take care of his injuries and future needs.

A $3.8 million settlement was awarded to a worker who was injured in an offshore accident. He was extremely traumatized after his injuries and suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder. His physical injury was a concussion, which prevented him from returning to work. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin were able to advocate on his behalf to see that he got a settlement that would provide for his future needs.

Maritime attorneys from Arnold & Itkin were able to aggressively fight to see that their client, an injured offshore worker, got the compensation he deserved. While performing his job duties, their client suffered throat injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder. The $3.8 million settlement will go toward supporting him in his recovery and in the future.

Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a non-seaman worker who was working on a semi-submersible MOPU 8 (Mobile Offshore Production Unit). He was injured in an attempt to move him to the MOPU via a basket when the basket slammed into the side of the MOPU because the crane operator lost control of the unit. Initially, the defendant was only willing to pay $200,000 but Kurt Arnold fought to see that his client received what he deserved. He received a $3 million settlement.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented a foreign worker injured when a fire broke out on the offshore platform that he was aboard. The fire broke out on the platform, located in the Gulf of Mexico, when one of our client’s coworkers began to weld without a hot work permit. The defendant argued that the fire was solely the fault of that coworker, who our client was not permitted to sue. There was additional complexity to the case as our client did not speak English very well. Despite these obstacles, Cory was able to reach a settlement after a week of trial for $3.7 million that will ensure our client, and his family, will receive the care that they need. The case was pending in the Eastern District of Louisiana.

Attorney Cory Itkin secured a $3.5 million settlement for a worker who was injured due to dangerous conditions in his work site. He was using a plasma cutter to cut a barrel that said "alcohol" on the outside of it, leading to severe burns and partial amputation of his leg. The defendant denied responsibility, citing that the hazard was apparent. They also claimed that the client failed a post-accident drug test. Our firm was able to reach a settlement with the defendant that would take care of our client while he moves forward.

A $3.2 million settlement was won on behalf of an offshore worker who was seriously injured while on the job. His injuries included a concussion, herniated disc, as well as post-traumatic stress disorder. After seeking the help of maritime attorneys at Arnold & Itkin, the man was able to receive the justice that he deserved after the accident.

Maritime attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a man who was injured while performing his job duties at an offshore worksite. He suffered from a concussion as well as post-traumatic stress disorder and was seeking legal help and compensation. The team at Arnold & Itkin was able to ensure that their client received a $3.2 million settlement.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented a Ruston, Louisiana couple who suffered serious injuries after being hit by two semi-trucks. The incident occurred after traffic backed up the freeway. The first truck, which had limited assets and insurance, failed to slow down. The second truck was following the first. They hit their brakes and swerved and then ran into our client’s car which was spinning from the first collision. In the aftermath of the accident, the husband was knocked unconscious and required several surgeries. The wife suffered back injuries. The second trucking company argued that the first trucking company should bear all responsibility since there was nothing that they second company could have done to avoid the accident. Both the first and the second company argued that the couple recovered well from their injuries. Despite these arguments, and despite the limited assets, Cory Itkin was able to reach a $3.2 million settlement on behalf of our clients. Our clients received more than 80% of all available insurance proceeds; the remaining 20% went to all other victims. The case was filed in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana.

Arnold & Itkin maritime attorneys took on the case of a client who was injured while performing his job duties at an offshore worksite. The man suffered a herniated disc and post-traumatic stress disorder and was seeking compensation for his injuries. The aggressive and tenacious legal representation of their attorneys made it possible to provide their client with $3.1 million.

The maritime attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of an offshore worker who was injured in an accident. He sustained a head injury and bulging disc injury and was seeking compensation. The aggressive and tenacious legal assistance of the Arnold & Itkin team ensured that this client got a $3 million settlement.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys took on the case of a worker who was injured performing his job duties at an offshore work site. Because of their aggressive legal representation and tenacity, the injured man was able to receive a $2.9 million settlement. The attorneys were successful in proving that because of the accident, the worker suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder.

Maritime injury attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin from Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a worker who was injured in a maritime accident while performing his job duties. The attorneys were able to prove that the offshore worker was deserving of compensation, thereby securing for him a $2.9 million settlement.

The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin recently represented an injured rigger in a personal injury suit. The worker was performing part of a routine crane operation when the accident occurred. A large load landed on his foot and subsequently broke his ankle. The rigger's employer and company denied all responsibility, blaming our client for causing the accident. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Kurt Arnold, Cory Itkin, and Caj Boatright fought on behalf of our client, successfully convincing the court that our client was not at fault. Our skilled legal team was able to win him $2.8 million for his injuries and pain and suffering.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys Cory Itkin and Jason Itkin are proud to announce that they recently obtained a large settlement on behalf of their injured offshore client. The man is a Louisiana resident who was injured while working on a drilling barge in Barataria Bay. The incident occurred when specialized tools were being delivered from a separate barge onto the worker's barge. While attempting to transfer the supplies, the worker fell off the ladder and sustained serious back injuries. His injuries were so severe that back surgery was needed. Axxis Drilling, the company who set up the ladder, claimed they had no fault in the injury, but Arnold & Itkin was able to fight to prove that the client's injuries were the direct result of negligence. Judge Barbara Roberts presided over this case in which the plaintiff received $2,795,620.

Attorney Cory Itkin secured a $2.6 million settlement for a service technician who lost his eye while fixing a pressure washer. The defendants tried to evade responsibility, arguing that our client was to blame for his own injuries and providing unsafe repairs. However, these allegations were false, which Cory proved. With no more excuses and the prospect of trial fast approaching, the defendant settled with our client. Now, he’s able to move on and rebuild his life, just as we hoped.

Attorneys Ryan MacLeod, Cory Itkin, and Jason Itkin represented a seaman from Rome, Georgia who suffered back injuries while trying to catch a falling drawer. The injuries ultimately required to surgeries. We discovered that the drawer had lacked a drawer stop, which is what caused it to fall after our client opened it. Our client had been onboard a pipe-laying vessel that had been docked in Mississippi at the time of the incident.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Cory Itkin recovered a settlement of $2.6 million for a man who was seriously injured in a vessel collision while working on the Mississippi River. His back, neck, and shoulders were all severely damaged, requiring multiple surgeries. However, instead of providing for his medical care, the defendants filed a claim under the Limitation of Liability Act, a common offshore company tactic to allow offshore companies to recoup losses from a crash. They also sought to limit our client’s right to punitive damages. Our firm gave all our time and effort to overcoming both obstacles so that our client could get what he needed to recover. In the end, the defendants decided to settle rather than risk facing us in court.

Arnold & Itkin recovered more than $2.55 million on behalf of a railroad worker who was nearly hit by a runaway ballast regulator while on the job. In the aftermath of the tragic incident, our client suffered from PSTD and nightmares. The defendants attempted to argue that the injuries were “unverifiable” and, further, that they weren’t at fault for the incident. We beat back these charges and held them accountable.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented the widow of a crane technician who had fallen to his death while working on a crane. Despite the tragedy, the company attempted to pin blame on the deceased—alleging that he had failed to properly hook up his fall protection equipment. We took on the case and were able to prove he was indeed using his fall protection, but that he had received improper anchor points. The case settled for $2.5 million before trial began.

Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod achieved a $2.5 million settlement for a Jones Act seaman from Houston who passed out from dehydration while working aboard a barge in Louisiana. He suffered neck injuries in the accident, and his employer denied all responsibility. The company claimed that working outdoors in the heat is normal working conditions and that the injured crew member should have kept himself properly hydrated. However, our attorneys helped to reveal that the company knew he was having problems that day and should not have been working.

The Arnold & Itkin legal team represented a deckhand who suffered serious back injuries after a tugboat she was on collided with another vessel. The injuries were so severe that she ultimately needed back surgery. Despite this, both vessel owners denied any liability in the case and pointed the finger to the other vessel. They also tried to minimize our client’s injuries by stating that her claim was not credible, that she had overstated medical bills, and that she was able to return to work. They also attempted to utilize the Limitation of Liability Act, an antiquated law, to cap their damages. Our team first won in federal court trial (Houston, TX) and then reached a $2,350,000 settlement just before second trial on damages was to be held in Galveston County, TX.

Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a worker who was injured while performing his job duties at an offshore worksite. Because of their aggressive representation and high-quality of legal expertise, they were able to obtain a successful outcome of a $2.3 million settlement on behalf of their injured client.

Attorneys Cory Itkin and Michael Darling of Arnold & Itkin represented a woman who experienced traumatic injuries in a car accident that left her in need of neck and back surgery. Our team overcame the other driver’s claims that he was not to blame and disproved his lawyers’ claims that our client was exaggerating her injuries. After filing suit in Webb County, Texas, our firm fought for a settlement that would fairly compensate our client for what she endured.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented a man who was injured while working as a tankerman. Our client was walking down a gangway when he lost his footing and fell. He tried to catch himself on a stanchion, but it gave way. His injuries were severe enough that he required surgery. Our team overcame the defendants’ claims that our client was faking or exaggerating his injuries and that he did not need surgery. In the end, we won a $2.15 million settlement on his behalf to help him get the care and support he needs. This case was pending in Harris County, TX.

Attorneys Ryan MacLeod and Cory Itkin represented an oil and gas worker who had been injured while on the job. The defendants argued that our client and other parties were responsible for the injuries. We beat back these claims and were able to reach a $2.1 million settlement. The case was pending in a Texas Court.

Attorney Cory Itkin secured a $2 million settlement for a maritime worker from Porter, Texas who was injured while working on a jack-up rig in Singapore. Our client was part of a construction project involving multiple companies when a technical error caused the jack-up rig to tilt over. In a panic, everyone on the rig attempted to evacuate at once and crushed our client in the process. His back injuries eventually required surgery. Meanwhile, the defendants in the case accused our client of exaggerating his injuries and pinned the blame on companies outside the U.S. which could not be taken to court. Our firm struck down both these allegations, forcing the defendant to settle fairly with our client for what he deserved. The case was filed in Harris County, Texas.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented a family who lost a loved one after he was crushed between a barge and dock. Our client had been assigned to a tugboat at the time of the incident. In the aftermath of the accident, the defendants argued that the fatal accident was the seaman’s fault for not paying attention; they also argued to minimize our client’s recovery because the seaman’s sole beneficiary was a child of whom he did not have custody. Despite this, we were able to reach a settlement of $2 million. The case was pending in federal court in Baton Rouge, LA.

Arnold & Itkin LLP represented a client who suffered a serious neck injury off the coast of Galveston, Texas. The firm was able to secure a $2 million settlement. The plaintiff sustained this injury when his captain crashed the vessel into an unlit caisson. The plaintiff was unable to return to his line of work, and the injury required surgical intervention.

Our attorneys won a $1,983,068 settlement for a tankerman who seriously injured his back while moving a hose, requiring a one-level lumbar fusion surgery as treatment. His employer tried to argue that they were not at fault, claiming that moving hoses is a normal part of a tankerman’s job duties and that our client was aware of how heavy the hose was. The employer also tried to say that the hose was not that heavy. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod built a strong case for our client, ultimately showing that the employer did not have proper training in place for employees and did not have the right equipment on board to allow our client to safely perform his job duties. This Jones Act case was filed in Harris County, TX.

When our clients needed attorneys to fight on their behalf against a large trucking company, they knew they could depend on our skilled litigation team. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Kelly Woods negotiated a $1.975M settlement on behalf of our clients who were injured in a trucking accident in Houston. An 18-wheeler attempted a lane change and struck our clients’ vehicle in the process. While the trucking company attempted to shift the blame onto our clients by claiming the incident a result of their driving, Arnold & Itkin successfully negotiated a sizable settlement that will provide for our clients’ financial and medical needs, including back surgery.

Offshore injuries are serious, and can lead to long-lasting medical conditions. Recently, an offshore worker in Louisiana was harmed while on-the-job, and returned to the mainland to receive medical treatment. While he was not physically injured, he was diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, which he developed in connection with the accident. After his diagnosis, the worker realized that he could not assume his responsibilities as an offshore worker once again. Because of this, he needed compensation to cover the costs of his daily needs and medical bills while he worked to find a new job. Cory Itkin, Kurt Arnold, and Jason Itkin were able to help furnish this need by litigating on the man's behalf and securing a $1.95 million settlement.

After being struck by a piece of equipment during a turn-around operation at a chemical plant, the injured worker turned toward our industrial injury lawyers for help. Attorneys Caj Boatright, Cory Itkin, and Noah Wexler took on the case and combated the plant's allegations that our client was to blame for the accident. We pushed aggressively to take the case to trial and were able to prove that the equipment should have been removed years prior to the incident. The plant agreed to settle for $1,900,000 rather than face trial.

Attorney Cory Itkin successfully represented a deckhand from Woodville, Texas who experienced a serious back injury while trying to tie his tugboat to a barge. Our team overcame the defendant’s claims that the incident didn’t happen in the first place, that our client’s injuries were from years prior, and that our client had made a great recovery and so did not require as much compensation for what he endured. In addition to agreeing to a $1.9 million settlement, the company agreed to pay our client’s outstanding medical bills.

Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod recovered $1,900,000 for a dock worker from Corpus Christi, Texas. The man sustained injuries as he was trying to tie up a barge. Since the tugboat captain positioned a barge in an awkward position, our client had to drag the mooring line to it. While doing so, he slipped on the wet dock. His injuries required back surgery. The vessel owner claimed they weren’t responsible for the accident and even said the worker sustained his injuries some other way. However, our maritime accident lawyers were able to produce a compelling case that caused the defendant to settle before trial.

Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod negotiated a settlement of $1.7 million for the family of a longshoreman killed by a crane. He was working outside of the crane when it dropped its load without warning, crushing him. The defendants added to the tragedy by accusing the deceased worker of working while on drugs and cited multiple warnings he was given about standing underneath the load. They also argued that the family did not deserve compensation as the worker's wife separated from him shortly before he died. Our firm took more than 20 depositions, eventually compelling the company to settle for what they deserved. The case was pending in Mobile, Alabama.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Cory Itkin won a $1.75 million settlement on behalf of a worker who was seriously injured in transit to a new working location on the Mississippi River, when another vessel collided with the one he was on. Our client needed orthopedic treatment and surgery to tend to his severe back injuries. Although the defendants filed a limitation of liability action to limit the liability to the minimum value of the vessel, our maritime lawyers were able to ensure a higher settlement for our client. The case was moved to Texas state court after pending in several federal courts, where it was resolved before trial.

Attorney Cory Itkin obtained a settlement of $1.75 million for a man from Fort Worth who was struck from behind by a semi-truck at a stop light. Our client required non-surgical medical treatment called radiofrequency ablation for his injuries, but the defendant weaponized this fact to claim his injuries were exaggerated. However, our aggressive preparation showed that the injuries our client faced were serious and life-changing. As a result, we received a fair settlement to help our client recover. The case was pending in Maverick County, TX.

Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin helped hold Johnson & Johnson and their pharmaceutical subsidiary, Janssen, accountable for putting profits over patients. They won a pivotal $1.75 million verdict in their pharmaceutical case involving Risperdal. While the drug was sold to treat autism in children, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia in adults, it actually only had approval for use by adults—not children. As such, our attorneys took fast action when our client came to us showing how the drug had adversely affected his life. Arnold & Itkin acted as trial counsel just one week before the trial took place, effectively demonstrating that the drug had a serious and harmful side-effect, gynecomastia—something the company failed to properly warn of. While J&J tried to deny that our client even had gynecomastia and suffered this as a result of taking Risperdal for several years as a boy, Jason and Cory prevailed in proving our client’s case, demonstrating J&J’s actions warranted just compensation.

Attorneys Michael Darling and Cory Itkin represented a truck driver who experienced a life-changing injury while making a delivery at a port. As our client was talking to check in with the facility, he was hit and knocked over by a forklift. His injuries required surgery. Our firm overcame the defendant’s attempts to avoid liability and secured a $1.75 million settlement on our client’s behalf.

Maritime lawyers with Arnold & Itkin LLP proudly took on the case of a maritime worker who was injured while performing his job duties. The man suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of these injuries and sought the legal help of Arnold & Itkin lawyers. They were able to obtain a $1.7 million settlement on his behalf.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a $1.72 million jury verdict on behalf of a client who was seriously injured in a crane accident at the BP refinery in Texas City, Texas. Attorney Cory Itkin represented Ernesto Tamez, who was injured in the accident on January 18, 2005.

A negligent Maxim Crane Works crane operator swung a heavy oil burner into Mr. Tamez, causing serious injuries to his neck, back and shoulder when he was pinned between the burner and a nearby handrail. Maxim Crane Works initially made no settlement offer prior to the trial, arguing that the accident was Mr. Tamez's fault. The company claimed that 60-year-old Tamez could have sustained some of the injuries as a result of "wear and tear". An issue that added complexity to the case was that Mr. Tamez and his wife do not speak English and therefore had to testify with the help of a translator.

The jury ruled in favor of Mr. Tamez after the week-long trial. They found that Maxim Crane Works was 100% at fault for the accident and awarded Mr. Tamez and his wife $1.72 million. Through the four years that this case lasted, Arnold & Itkin LLP stood by Mr. Tamez and helped him get the medical attention and financial compensation he needed. The case was pending in Galveston County, Texas. The Honorable Judge David E. Garner presided.

Attorney Cory Itkin successfully represented a truck driver from Colorado who was involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler on the highway. The 18-wheeler struck our client’s vehicle, causing serious back injuries that required surgery to treat. The defense tried to argue that our client was faking his injuries and denied accountability, but we pushed for a settlement that would ensure our client was taken care of. This case was pending in Allegheny County, PA.

Arnold & Itkin Attorneys Cory Itkin and Caj Boatright represented a victim of a serious helicopter accident. Their client was an offshore fire and safety inspector who was being transported to an offshore platform at the time of the incident. The PHI helicopter experienced a tail rotor failure—causing the pilot to land in the Gulf of Mexico. The helicopter then flipped over in the water after it landed as the flotation devices had not been properly installed. Our client subsequently suffered from PTSD, as well as a severe back injury that eventually required surgery.

PHI argued they had done nothing wrong and that the entire incident could be blamed on the manufacturers of the tail rotor. They went on to claim that our client had not even been injured in the accident; they argued that the two other people who were involved in the crash were not injured and that our client had previously suffered from back problems and depression. PHI claimed that our client had been on pain medication for his back for years and that MRIs from a year prior to the accident were identical to those taken after the fact.

Despite the fact that PHI argued our client was faking his injuries, we stood by our client to successfully beat back the charges. We showed to the jury that our client was entitled to fair monetary compensation for the trauma that he had been put through. Not only were we able to obtain a $1.7M judgment in a jury trial, but we were also able to obtain a settlement with another party before the trial. The jury found that PHI was 100% to blame for the accident and they were therefore not entitled to receive any settlement credit.

Attorneys Cory Itkin, Kurt Arnold, and Jason Itkin worked to represent foreign seamen who were kidnapped and held hostage off the coast of Africa by a group of pirates. We sued our clients' employer stating that part of the reason for the kidnapping was a lack of proper security. Their employer attempted to get the case transferred to another country; they also claimed they were not responsible and that the pirates were wholly to blame. We beat back these allegations and were able to obtain a settlement of $1.65 million.

An offshore platform worker was injured after falling off a wireline on a scaffolding while trying to close a valve. However, the valve failed and released immense pressure. This caused him to fall over backward, injuring his neck to the point of needing surgery. Despite the efforts of the defendants to say that the worker was not to continue working on the broken valve, Maritime Attorney Cory Itkin was able to prove that the injury was preventable and the defendants were in fact responsible for his pain and suffering. They were able to reach a settlement of $1,650,000 on behalf of the injured offshore worker, allowing him now the opportunity to move on with his life. The case was pending in the Southern District of Texas with the Honorable Nancy Atlas presiding over it.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented client Michael LaFleur who had suffered a torn meniscus after being bumped from a commercial rig. The injury resulted in the client needed to have arthroscopic knee surgery. The commercial rig was owned by Conglobal Industries, Inc. who argued that the injury was not as severe as it was being made out to be and that it was, in fact, the plaintiff's fault for jumping in front of the big rig. The legal team from Arnold & Itkin, LLP worked together to show fault on behalf of the truck driver and were able to recover a $1,557,500 jury verdict despite the fact that before the case, there had only been a pre-trial offer of a $5000 settlement. The case was pending in Harris County, Texas before the Honorable Larry Weiman.

On May of 2008, Gilberto Villegas was worked at the APM Terminals' marine terminal in Houston, Texas as a ship repairman when a pickup truck that he was standing on collided with a yard mule. This caused back injuries that resulted in the need for surgery. It was argued by the defendant that the driver of the yard mule was not at fault since the truck was in the middle of the intersection and that due to the low speed, it was a minor collision. They also argued that the plaintiff had injuries prior to the incident. They only offered to settle for $35,000. Attorneys Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin took on the case and were able to recover a $1.55 million jury verdict. The case was pending in Harris County, TX with the Honorable Jaclanal McFarland.

A family recently came to us after their loved one fell to his death while working on a bridge construction project. The man was a 21 year old Jones Act seaman who died as a result of an overloaded crane which collapsed. While the defendants tried to hinder our clients' lawsuit by claiming that the family could not recover nonpecuniary damages and by claiming that the decedent's Mexican nationality would make recovery difficult, we were able to successfully obtain a $1.5 million settlement for the family to help them move forward emotionally after the accident.

Arnold & Itkin filed a lawsuit on behalf of a family who had lost a loved one when he collapsed from a cardiac arrhythmia at the UPS warehouse where he was working that summer. The warehouse was not air conditioned. UPS argued that its warehouses rarely are. They further argued that the young man had needed his pacemaker since infancy and was well aware of the working conditions, having worked at that warehouse for the last six years. UPS had previously offered the family a $150,000 settlement before the case went to trial in Harris County, Texas. It takes a unanimous verdict to find a defendant guilty of gross negligence, which goes beyond ordinary negligence. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod secured this unanimous verdict to hold UPS accountable for its dangerous working conditions and to recover $1.5 million in compensation for the family.

Arnold & Itkin, LLP Attorneys Kurt Arnold & Cory Itkin represented an offshore worker who was working off the Brazilian coast on a drill ship. While working, the plaintiff suffered broken bones in his non-dominant hand which required 4 surgeries to fix completely. It was the argument of his employer that the employee was at fault for placing his hand in a pinch point and that there should be no recovery because the employer had paid the full wages and medical bills of the injured employee until the doctor released him back to work. Arnold & Itkin, LLP took on the case and was able to secure a $1.5 million settlement which will ensure that the injured is given the help that he deserves as he moves into the next stage of his life. The case was pending in Fort Bend County, Texas.

Attorneys Cory Itkin, Jason Itkin, and Kelly Woods helped represent a longshoreman who sustained a severe back injury in a line handling incident; the injury was severe enough to require multiple back surgeries as treatment. In the incident, our client has been carrying a mooring line to tie up a barge alongside a dock when the slack in the line suddenly became taut, jerking him backward. The defendant argued that the line only became tight because another worker let it fall into the water; that our client was only injured because he had improperly tied the line around his shoulder; and that our client had pre-existing injuries. The vessel owner’s doctor even argued that our client had been faking the injury. Despite these allegations, we were successful in recovering a $1.5 million settlement on behalf of our client. The case was pending in the Eastern District of Texas. The Honorable Marcia Crone was presiding.

Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod represented a dock operator who suffered serious injuries after a barge collided with a dock; his injuries ultimately required neck surgery. Despite this, the tugboat company claimed that there was minimal impact from the collision and our client could not have been injured. They pointed to the fact that our client continued to work for nearly a year post-accident and that he had been involved in a vehicle accident the day before the collision. Our firm still emerged victorious, reaching a favorable settlement.

Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod represented an injured Jones Act seaman. The man was working as a roustabout on an offshore drilling rig. His injuries occurred because he had to lean over to change cable clamps on the rig. Our client sustained back injuries that eventually required surgery to correct. Frustratingly, the defendant accused our client of lying about his injuries and tried to use security footage to prove this. However, Arnold & Itkin was able to produce compelling evidence that the company could have provided a safer process for the job that injured our client. We were able to settle as the case was pending trial.

Arnold & Itkin LLP recovered a settlement of $1.45 million for an injured seaman who fell out of the ship's trash dumpster. The dumpster had been suspended in the air when the client fell, breaking his hip and wrist. He also developed Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome and was unable to return to work.

The defendant, a shipping company, originally argued that Arnold & Itkin LLP's client had already recovered from his injuries but had not returned to work because he was battling alcoholism. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Kurt Arnold and Cory Itkin were able to settle the case days before the trial was set to begin, proving that this argument was wrong. Arnold & Itkin LLP helped the injured seaman seek the medical treatment he needed as well as recover the financial compensation he deserved.

The case was pending in federal court in Baltimore, Maryland.

Arnold & Itkin represented a tankerman who was seriously injured in a barge accident. Our client eventually required neck surgery to treat injuries he sustained after being knocked unconscious, falling to the ground, and injuring his neck. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod filed a Jones Act lawsuit on behalf of the tankerman and secured a $1.4 million settlement in spite of his employer’s attempts to prove that the tanker man was faking his injuries, that he had a history of neck complaints, and that the accident was his fault. We protected our client from these allegations in this Harris County, Texas case.

Arnold & Itkin represented a seaman from South Carolina who was working on a container ship. Our client sustained serious neck injuries when the railing on his bunk bed broke, and he had to jerk himself out of bed. He ended up needing surgery, and although his employer tried to blame the incident on our client by saying he had improperly fixed the bed on his own at a previous time, plus claiming he had neck surgery in the past, our attorneys were able to secure a $1.4 million settlement that would cover his care while he recuperates from this severe trauma. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod handled the matter, which was filed in Harris County, TX.

While our client was releasing two barges on the Mississippi river, his foot got caught between two wires. He tried to radio his employer for help, but the employer had left the assigned post. Our client then tried to warn the pilot to not move the barges, but the barges moved anyway. Entrapped in the wires, our client’s left foot was amputated. He needed many surgeries and could no longer return to work. The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin fought hard to ensure that our client’s employer was held responsible for this highly preventable accident, ensuring that our client recovered the financial settlement needed to compensate him for immediate and long-term medical recovery and income losses. We are proud to report that our legal team secured $1.375 million for our client.

After an offshore worker was injured while performing his job duties, he sought the legal representation of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin. Lawyers Kurt Arnold and Cory Itkin were able to fight on his behalf to see that the injured worker was given a $1.3 million settlement.

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Noah Wexler represented a deckhand from Beeville, Texas who injured his lungs after inhaling toxic fumes on a tugboat. The defendants argued that there were no toxic materials even present on the barge connected to the tugboat so it was therefore impossible for the deckhand to have suffered his injuries. They also tried to cap their damages at an artificially low amount through a Limitation of Liability Act in federal court in Houston. Cory Itkin won that case and our team was then successful in reaching a favorable settlement right before a second trial for damages was held in state court in Galveston County.

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Kelly Woods recently resolved a case for $1,250,000 involving a young man whose vehicle was violently struck by a piece of freeway construction equipment while driving to work on the feeder to the Sam Houston Tollway. The young man sustained serious injuries to his legs, arm, back, and head, requiring emergency surgery and significant subsequent medical treatment. The defendants contested liability and the extent and nature of the young man’s serious injuries. The case was pending in Harris County District Court. Arnold Itkin was able to counter the defendants’ points and successfully negotiate a settlement for this young man prior to trial. Our entire team was proud to advocate on his behalf and firmly stands up for individuals like this young man who have sustained severe injuries due to the negligence of other individuals.

Arnold & Itkin represented a San Antonio, Texas man whose vehicle was struck by a truck driver who made an unsafe lane change. The 18-wheeler caused serious harm to our client, injuring his neck to such an extent that he required neck surgery. Attorney Cory Itkin took on the case and fought against claims by the trucking company that their driver was not at fault because our client was in the truck’s blind spot, and that our client’s injuries were not as bad as we claimed. Cory’s efforts resulted in a $1.25 million settlement in just 9 months, a stunning achievement in these challenging circumstances. This case was filed in Bexar County, TX.

Arnold & Itkin attorney, Cory Itkin, recently recovered $1.2 million on behalf of an offshore rigger who hurt his back after falling from a platform located four feet from the boat he was aboard. The doctor recommended that our client undergo surgery to treat his injury. The defendants claimed that they did nothing wrong and argued that our client had previous injuries and a history of using prescription pain pills. Finally, they argued that our client's injuries were not as serious as we claimed and that our client was not even eligible for back surgery. Cory disproved these allegations and negotiated a financial settlement that will help our client move forward into a secure future. The case was pending in Harris County, Texas.

Attorney Cory Itkin settled a car accident case for $1 million on behalf of a man who severely injured his back. The client needed back surgery, but the defendants argued that the surgery wasn't necessary and the accident was his fault. Arnold & Itkin argued through the defendant's accusations and won a favorable settlement for him. The case was pending in Jefferson County, Texas.

Attorney Cory Itkin recovered $1 million for a man from Cleveland, TX who’d been injured in a vehicle collision. Our client underwent back surgery to address his injuries, but when he sought compensation from the defendant, they claimed that his injuries were exaggerated. They also argued that because he was ticketed by police at the scene, the accident was ultimately his fault. Both of these were excuses for the fact that our client had a right to the full $1 million available under the defendant’s policy. Through relentless preparation and litigation, our firm compelled the defendant to pay the full value of the policy our client was entitled to.

Arnold & Itkin represented a plant worker who suffered serious orthopedic injuries when he was electrocuted while performing his job duties. Attorneys Ryan MacLeod, Cory Itkin, and Jacob Karam got to work and were able to secure a full policy limits settlement after deposing just one of the defense’s representatives. The $1,000,000 settlement will help our client and his family achieve financial security after this traumatic accident.

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Noah Wexler negotiated a $1 million settlement on behalf of a man working on an inland barge. Our client fell and suffered serious injuries to his back and knee; those injuries eventually required surgery for treatment. The defendants argued that the injuries were pre-existing and that our client was to blame for not paying attention to his surroundings. They were even able to successfully obtain a summary judgment. Still, our attorneys were able to reach a fair settlement that will help ensure our client’s well-being. The case was pending in Harris County, Texas.

Attorney Cory Itkin was able to settle a Jones Act case on behalf of his client, a seaman injured in Port Arthur, Texas. The client, who was injured while working on cleaning up the BP oil spill, was able to be restored $950,000. His injuries incurred when he slipped and fell while jumping from a crew boat to a supply vessel. The client ended up needing neck surgery.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a favorable result and $850,000 in a complex case involving an injured seaman who was seriously injured in a slip and fall accident on a dive boat off the shore of Fourchan, Louisiana in the Gulf of Mexico. The seaman suffered neck injuries and a concussion when he slipped and fell on steps that did not have proper non-skid tape. His neck injury resulted in cervical fusion surgery.

The defendants in the case tried arguing that the plaintiff was not entitled to any damages because he was taking prescription drugs at the time of the incident. They also argued that the plaintiff's injuries did not occur on the boat but were the result of a car accident that occurred two weeks after the accident on the dive boat. They alleged that the plaintiff suffered these injuries when his vehicle rolled over in the accident and that he had been drinking at the time. Standing firmly by their client, attorneys Jason Itkin, Kurt Arnold and Cory Itkin successfully disproved these allegations and were able to secure a favorable result. The case was pending in Texas state court in Houston, Texas (Harris County).

Arnold & Itkin LLP represented a League City, Texas seaman who suffered serious injury to his back when he slipped on hydraulic fluid that was leaking from a crane. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Kurt Arnold were able to secure an $850,000 settlement for the seaman, who was the mate on a jack up rig. Though the crane had been leaking fluid for days, the employer failed to fix the problem and the seaman was injured. He required back surgery as a result of his injuries and was unable to return to offshore work.

The case was pending in Texas state court in Galveston County.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a settlement of $825,000 for a Lufkin, Texas roustabout who sustained a serious neck injury while working on a drilling barge. The injury occurred when he was struck from behind by an improperly secured spinner hawk. The injuries were so severe as to require surgery and to render him unable to return to offshore work. The case was pending in Texas state court in Galveston County.