Attorney Kurt Arnold

Our team took on a case that other law firms turned down, knowing that we had the resources and patience to obtain justice for our clients. The case involved a serious plant explosion. Our legal team proved us right—after years of preparation, hundreds of depositions, and multiple appeals, our team achieved a massive $171 million settlement for multiple clients.

The firm is proud to announce the recent successful verdict that they won on behalf of their client, the victim of an ambulance accident. The plaintiff was seven months pregnant at the time of the accident (December 2010) when she was experiencing stomach pains and called for an ambulance. Acadian Ambulances picked her up a short time later to transport her to the hospital. What the woman didn't know and what Arnold & Itkin later proved was that the driver had a poor driving history and bad vision as well. While the ambulance was en route to the hospital, the driver dropped something on the floor and proceeded to pick it up. He took his eyes completely off of the road and did not slow down. As a result, the ambulance collided with the back of a sugar cane truck. The woman suffered a severed spine and serious brain injuries as a result.

She will never be able to walk again, and is permanently confined to the wheelchair. Also incredibly unfortunate is that her baby was born prematurely. Our client's baby and her other daughter were forced to live with the client's mother because she could no longer care for them with her disability. At the time the verdict was reached, the woman had already had to spend $1.4 million in medical bills. Throughout the course of the rest of her life, her medical bills are estimated to reach $30 million. The $117 million verdict is going toward the medical bills for the mother as well as all possible medical treatments needed for the premature child, as health complications may arise. Part of the verdict was also because the plaintiff's two children will not be able to have a healthy mother who can take care of them, and the pain and suffering that the mother sustained in addition to her physical wounds.

Attorneys from the Arnold & Itkin team helped reach a record settlement on behalf of individuals who had suffered from the use of defective, dangerous products. This will help ensure they are taken care of for life.

Attorneys from our legal team helped to represent those who had been seriously harmed by dangerous, defective products. In the end, we obtained a record settlement and recovered $105 million on their behalf.

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.

As lead attorney, Kurt Arnold helped represent a construction superintendent whose leg was amputated in an above-the-knee procedure following severe crush injuries sustained in a crane accident. Our client was a 31-year-old man who had been working on a construction job in Houston, TX at the time of the incident. A crane operator had been working to unstick the auger when the crane collapsed. Prior to the collapse, the crane operator had attempted to stop the job at least five separate times; however, the superintendent had refused.

Our client had been standing behind a safety fence approximately 100 feet from the auger when he was struck by a piece of equipment that pinned him to the ground. After a crane lifted the equipment off of our client, he was taken to a local hospital where the amputation was performed. Over a three week trial, Kurt showed that several safety practices had been violated in an attempt to save both money and time on the project. In the end, the jury awarded $44 million to the client and his family, which included $8.5 million in punitive damages.

This case was listed #43 in The National Law Journal's Top 100 Verdicts of 2015.

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.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Caj Boatright negotiated a $28 million settlement for our clients in a confidential case. Our firm is thrilled with the result, knowing that it will go toward securing our client’s future.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers stood up against corporate giants Williams Companies, Inc. and Sabic Petrochemicals to obtain an $18.5 million jury verdict for injuries wrongfully sustained in our clients. Though our firm thoroughly intends to bring Williams Companies, Inc. to further justice in future trials, juries have awarded our clients a combined $30 million from just two trials so far. This case was the first to hold Sabic Petrochemical financially responsible for the incident – the plant owners possessed a 16% stake at the time of the explosion. As our team pursues further trials against the parties responsible for this incident, we do so with our clients in mind, hopeful and honored to bring hard-working victims the justice they deserve.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers have won a verdict of $15,458,434.32 for our clients, who were injured and traumatized by the Williams Olefins plant explosion in 2013. The blast occurred during a $400 million expansion project, which was initiated while operations continued at the plant. The CEO and the board of directors were warned that continuing operations would put workers at increased risk, but they overruled the safety warnings and ordered that the plant continue operating instead of shutting down for a few months for the expansion project.

As a result, a reboiler over-pressurized from the lack of a functioning valve, causing an explosion that could be seen for miles. Our clients were all injured in the blast and were forced to flee the site immediately. The event left them with both physical and psychological injuries, and they needed compensation to help heal.

The plant’s owners’ parent company, Williams Companies, Inc., attempted to limit their compensation by placing the blame on Williams Olefins LLC—the holding company for the plant. With a vast amount of experience with plant operations, Arnold & Itkin attorneys set out to find the truth. After receiving over 100,000 documents, we found that the pressure relief valve for the reboiler was not opened.

More importantly, we found that the isolated reboiler was the subject of multiple audits and safety warnings—all of which were ignored, as the necessary repair was never provided. We discovered evidence that the Defendants had “substantial certainty” that an explosion would occur under those circumstances. As a result, our clients could seek compensation beyond the limits set by workers’ compensation. The most vital evidence we found, however, was proof that Williams Companies, Inc. were the true employers of plant managers and personnel, and were in control of daily operations at the site.

During trial, the Defendants insisted that they were protected by the statutory employer defense. They continued to exclusively blame Williams Olefins LLC, which would limit their responsibility for the explosion. However, after 3 weeks the jury saw the truth—they awarded a judgment in favor of the Plaintiffs, and found that the plant managers were actually employees of Williams Companies, Inc.

As a result, the jury assigned 95% responsibility to Williams Companies, Inc. and 3% to Williams Olefins LLC. Both were found to have substantial certainty about the inevitability of an explosion, and so a sizable award was able to be given to our clients.

The jury awarded our clients the following: Shawn Thomas ($9.4 million), Christopher Devall ($3.6 million), Eduardo Elizondo ($360,000), and Michael Danton ($205,000). The award was made of the original judgment ($13,679,933.) as well as pre-judgment interest ($1,778,409.79). All told, our clients were awarded over $15.4 million for their injuries and pain.

Arnold & Itkin was proud to help our clients get the help and justice they needed. We are also honored to be representing over 100 more workers in upcoming trials with Clayton, Fruge, and Ward—fighting to get every injured worker the compensation due to them. This case was presided over by the Honorable Elizabeth Engolio and was filed in Iberville Parish, Louisiana.

Kurt Arnold & Jason Itkin were able to achieve a large settlement on behalf of their injured client from the responsible party for $13.75 million dollars. Their client was injured at a plant and the legal team did whatever they could in order to help the victim and his family receive the needed compensation for his suffering. Now with this settlement, the family can rest assured that they will be cared for the rest of their lives. This case was settled with amazing results merely nine months after the initial injury was sustained.

On-the-job injuries are serious, and those that are severely wounded can often achieve high settlements with the right attorney on their side. Arnold & Itkin LLP recently won a $12.75 million settlement on behalf of a client who was hurt while working. With this money, the victim was able to get the best medical care possible. He will never have to work again, and can take his time recovering from the severe accident he suffered.

A historic settlement was achieved by Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Noah Wexler for victims of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Many complex legal and administrative issues arose, but the team was able to secure generous compensation for the losses suffered, such as those affecting businesses, property, and livelihoods.

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.

Kurt Arnold & Jason Itkin recently obtained a settlement on behalf of their injured client and his family for $11.75 million after he was hurt while working on a plant turnaround crew. Unfortunately, when he and his team arrived at the plant site, the location failed to disclose vital safety information regarding hidden dangers at the workplace and caused the plaintiff to suffer injuries just a few days after arriving on location. Kurt and Jason were able to reach the settlement within the first year of the plaintiffs injury.

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.

When a loved one dies in a tragic accident, it has emotional and psychological ripples that affect families for years. Our clients lost their father and sole provider in a trucking accident caused by a reckless truck driver and entrusted their future to Arnold & Itkin. Knowing what was at stake, Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Caj Boatright, and Ces Tavares thoroughly and relentless pursued compensation on behalf of our clients. By aggressively pursuing the case and expediting the trial, we pressured the trucking company into providing the financial support our clients deserved. While no amount of money can replace their dad, the $10 million settlement will ensure that they have financial security and provision for the rest of their lives. Our firm is proud to have helped our clients receive justice and secure their future.

In almost 20 depositions, the Defendants quickly lost their desire to proceed with a trial. Attorneys Caj Boatright, Kurt Arnold, and Jason Itkin continued their firm’s reputation of excellence with an unprecedented amount in confidential settlement. Arnold & Itkin is honored to help their client receive the amount required for just compensation.

Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to reach a successful settlement of more than $9 million for multiple clients who brought a lawsuit against a large oil company. Attorney Kurt Arnold handled the case, successfully proving that the oil company had been negligent in conducting operations and securing a fair settlement on behalf of his clients.

Attorneys Kyle Findley and Kurt Arnold of Arnold & Itkin LLP represented a Louisiana man who was injured at a Texas plant after falling through an open hole. Our client sustained second and third degree burns to his legs. In the case, we found that both the plant and the contractors knew about the hole but did not take the proper steps to barricade it. We settled the case after 10 depositions and one week before trial was set to begin.

A severely injured oil field worker was told by his initial attorney he had little to no chance of recovery. Fortunately, he wouldn’t take no for an answer and enlisted the help of Attorneys Caj Boatright and Kurt Arnold. Our firm took the case and immediately began an aggressive investigation into the circumstances surrounding our injured worker’s accident. The firm’s substantial resources coupled with our tenacious leadership allowed our victim to be able to overcome numerous legal hurdles and attain maximum compensation. The defendants opted to pay our client a $9,000,000 settlement plus lifetime medical benefits rather than to take the case before a jury. We are proud to represent the rights of the wronged and proud to have obtained a settlement that ensures our client experiences a secure future.

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.

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.

In a confidential settlement, Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin recovered $7.25 million on behalf of an accident victim. This settlement will help ensure that the client and family will receive lifelong care.

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.

Arnold & Itkin LLP helped represent the rights of two contractors who were dangerously exposed to gas while working at a refinery plant. Despite the dangers of the exposure, the plant owner refused to ensure that our clients received proper medical care. Concerned that they were not receiving the appropriate medical attention and that the plant owner was attempting to minimize the incident, the contractors hired our firm. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Caj Boatright, and Kala Sellers took on the case. We first ensured that the two workers received immediate medical care. It was found that they had suffered severe injuries and they were hospitalized as a result. We then began an aggressive discovery process that included dozens of depositions. During this process, we found several other incidents and helped to uncover a severe safety culture problem. Weeks before the trial was set to begin before a jury, we reached a settlement of $6.5 million on behalf of our clients.

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.

Arnold & Itkin LLP fought on behalf the landowners whose lawsuit named several big oil companies that failed to clean up their property after finishing operations. The family contacted Arnold & Itkin LLP when they became concerned that oilfield operations that occurred on their property had left behind contamination. The attorneys on the case consulted with experts in the oil industry to determine how much contamination resulted from the actions of the oil companies. It was determined that many of these companies had not followed the proper procedure for limiting oil and other foreign elements on their land. The family received a large settlement as a result of the lawsuit and the land that had belonged to their family for generations was cleaned up from the contaminants.

Arnold & Itkin LLP attorney Kurt Arnold was able to see that a widow and her family were restored $5.9 after her husband was killed in a Southeast Texas plant accident. The Defendant’s employees dropped numerous pipes on top of him, crushing him. He didn’t die immediately, but was taken to the hospital where he died three weeks later. The case was filed in Harris County and was pushed toward arbitration because of an arbitration clause in the employee’s work agreement. The case was settled for more than twelve times the special damages in the case.

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.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley recovered $5,500,000 on behalf of an injured offshore worker. The worker was assisting in plug and abandonment work on a platform in the Gulf of Mexico when co-workers dropped a pipe on his head. As a result, the offshore worker suffered severe injuries, which resulted in treatment with orthopedic doctors and a neck surgery. This was a particularly impressive result because the defendants raised the issue of whether the offshore worker was a Jones Act seaman. However, Arnold & Itkin was able to successfully argue that he was a seaman and spent a good amount of his work aboard a vessel and contributed to the vessel's mission. The attorneys were also able to develop evidence to show that other defendants on the platform were negligent, as well as jointly and severely liable for his injuries. The case was pending in Chambers County and settled one month before trial.

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.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, and Caj Boatright secured $5 million for our clients in a case that never went to trial. Our client, only a child, needed compensation and justice—we continued pushing for a sooner court date, putting continuous pressure on the Defendant. Eventually, they settled the case with our client within 14 months of filing rather than face our firm in court. The team is proud to have helped our client receive justice and the financial support to recover well.

Arnold & Itkin reached a settlement worth $4.97 million on behalf of an injured worker who sustained orthopaedic injuries after doing construction and maintenance at a chemical plant. The guilty parties involved were held responsible for these injuries and the team at Arnold & Itkin ensured that our client was well-cared for financially and medically.

The legal team of Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin have recently worked together to help represent an employee of Diamond Offshore. The plaintiff was a driller working on the Ocean Yorktown off of the coast of Brazil when he was unexpectedly hoisted into the air. After being lifted over twenty feet, his fall protection failed and he sustained serious injuries to his arm and back. Our firm filed the case in Harris County, TX and tried it before Judge Wilson in the 157th District Court. The trial lasted for over a week and a half before the jury returned with a unanimous $4,900,000 verdict.

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.

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.

Arnold & Itkin LLP obtained a $4.4 million settlement on behalf of a family in southwest Louisiana against oil companies that had contaminated their property. Not only did lead attorney Kurt Arnold secure a settlement prior to the trial, but he was able to ensure the defendants were liable for cleanup costs in order to fully compensate the family for the damages suffered.

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.

After incurring severe injuries in a Texas refinery explosion, Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley were successful in representing this Mississippi man in order to receive compensation for his injuries. As a result of this explosion, the victim suffered from a herniated disk in his lower back as well as a broken arm which required surgery in order recover. Though he was injured on the job, the workers' compensation repayment was not nearly enough to help the victim, which is when he sought out Arnold & Itkin for representation. The Defendant settled the case for $4,000,000; it was filed in Houston, Texas.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Cesar Tavares represented a mariner who was grievously injured after contracting an infection from contaminated water aboard a vessel. Our client not given proper medical attention following the incident; eventually, his lower leg was amputated as a result. The employer attempted to argue that the amputation was our client’s fault for not controlling his diabetes; however, our firm was able to prove that the company had a long-standing problem with water quality, which put our client in severe danger. We also showed that the company carelessly addressed our client’s serious health condition. Our firm accomplished this through our tireless efforts to review company records, locate former employees, and depose both supervisors and managers. In the end, we successfully negotiated a $3,995,000 settlement.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Noah Wexler helped a Louisiana rig worker recover $3.9 million after suffering severe injuries to his neck and shoulders. We alleged that the injuries were due to the defendants’ failure to ensure that the scene was clear before bleeding off pressure through rig hoses. The defendants denied their liability and claimed the accident was the plaintiff’s fault. Our team took approximately 10 depositions before pushing for the case to be taken to court. Right before the jury was picked, the defendants raise their offer and settled.

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.

With the help of Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin, an infant who sustained injuries because of a defective pharmaceutical was able to recover a $3.8 million settlement. This will ensure that the child will be taken care of for the rest of her life.

A client was exposed to a dangerous pharmaceutical and was born with birth defects as a result. Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin were able to fight to see that this client got the compensation they deserved after such an injury. A $3.8 million recovery was made which will take care of the child’s needs for the rest of its life.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin were able to help a victim of dangerous drugs. She sustained health complications after her use of the pharmaceutical and sought the help of Arnold & Itkin. They were able to see that she recovered a $3.8 million settlement to take care of her ongoing health care costs.

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.

A $3.75 million settlement has been issued to an injured seamen who was represented by some of Arnold & Itkin's finest offshore injury attorneys – Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley. The injured Jones Act Seamen used the prestigious law firm to file a lawsuit in Harris County, Texas, where he brought the injuries to his left hand and arm to the attention of the court system. A 42-year-old resident of Virginia, the seamen's injuries were sustained onboard a large vessel for an offshore marine transportation operator in the Gulf of Mexico. While conducting a standard inspection of the vessel's engine room, the firm's client was struck and seriously injured by a large fan blade that effectively severed his left arm. With the help of Arnold & Itkin, LLP, however, the seamen's medical bills and injury expenses will now be covered by the $3 million-plus settlement he has been awarded.

We represented a client who was severely injured in an explosion accident at a Louisiana plant. Initially, his workers' comp claim was denied and his employer refused to take responsibility for the explosion. After a long and difficult battle, our attorneys prevailed and recovered a significant settlement for our client and his family.

After longshoreman Abelino Ponce lost his life in a tragic accident at the Port of Houston, the family sought the legal services of Arnold & Itkin LLP. The accident occurred when Mr. Ponce was helping to transport steel pipe from a ship to the dock. A wire struck him in the side and threw him to his death.

The defendants offered to settle the case for $250,000 on the eve of the October 2006 trial, but the plaintiffs rejected this offer at Arnold & Itkin LLP's urging. The firm was able to secure a $3.7 million dollar verdict for the family after a three-day trial.

The plant accident attorneys at Arnold & Itkin recovered a settlement for their client, an injured Louisiana plant worker, totaling over $2.8 million. Their client had suffered serious physical injuries including damage to their back, neck, and shoulders, which required surgery, not to mention their own emotional trauma. Fighting to hold the plant owners responsible for their client’s injuries, they won this significant settlement, which will help to take care of the worker’s family both now and in the future. There is no case too large or complex for Arnold & Itkin LLP to handle, as they pride themselves on standing up for those injured in traumatic accidents.

Attorney's Kurt Arnold & Noah Wexler obtained a $3,500,000.00 settlement on behalf of two supply vessel captains who were violently assaulted while working off the coast of Nigeria. Due to inadequate security measures, engine malfunctions and other negligent acts and omissions of their employers their vessel was prone to boarding and attack by armed assailants. The area in which they were required to operate was known to be at high risk for boarding, attacks and kidnappings yet their employer, and the company to which they were contracted, failed to take adequate measures to ensure their security and safety. As a result of the attacks one captain suffered facial fractures requiring surgery and the other suffered arm, back and neck injuries which will likely require surgery. Both individuals now suffer from post traumatic stress disorder as a result of the incident. Arnold & Itkin was proud to assist these two seamen to ensure they received the medical treatment they required and the compensation they deserved.

Attorneys Jason Itkin and Kurt Arnold, along with assistance from Attorneys Victoria Alford and Kelly Woods, helped an IT company in a breach of contract claim to recover $3.45 million. In this case, they were dealing with a contract for the management of information technology operations. The firm was successful in reaching a settlement before written discovery was exchanged, resulting in minimal expense for our client.

An offshore oil rig senior official was severely injured while working on the offshore rig Thunderhorse. His injuries came as a result of pumping quick seal which was negligently left in the rig’s tank by a previous supervisor. This caused him to lose the ability to walk. Attorney Kurt Arnold was able to represent their client successfully and see that he was compensated $3.3 million to take care of his current and future medical needs.

As a result of a plant explosion, a Louisianan man sustained serious injuries. Not only did Arnold & Itkin successfully secure a multi- million dollar settlement for the plaintiff, but they fought to ensure that he was given the best medical treatment while his case was pending.

We reached a multi-million-dollar settlement for our client after defendants denied responsibility for the injuries. Arnold & Itkin’s client suffered a back-related injury after an explosion erupted from the plant where he was working. During the case, we helped ensure our client received the best available medical care. The settlement reached will warrant their client is taken care of for life.

Arnold & Itkin won $3.3 million dollars for a man who severely injured his back in a plant accident—working at the career he had devoted his life to. Even though the man was unable to return to work, the negligent defendants were unwilling to accept their wrongdoing. Our attorneys fought tirelessly to ensure justice was restored for the man, ultimately securing the multi-million dollar settlement which ensured that this man and his family could have a better life.

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.

In a victory for an injured plant worker, Arnold & Itkin reached a settlement worth $3.2 million. The worker was burned severely on his ears and hands during a workplace fire. After uncovering the origin of the fire, our legal team held the plant owners accountable. The multi-million dollar settlement will see that our client’s medical and financial needs are met into the future.

Arnold & Itkin’s legal team successfully secured a $3.2 million settlement for a plant worker who suffered a shoulder and neck injury while on the job. Initially, defendants disputed liability and argued the worker’s injuries were preexisting. After Arnold & Itkin defeated their arguments and set the case to move to trial, defendants confidentially settled the case.

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.

We achieved a $3.15 million settlement for an injured plant worker, ensuring that he and his family are taken care of for life. While working, our client sustained a serious back injury that resulted in him not being able to resume his job. He was told that his only option was to file a workers’ compensation claim. Our plant injury attorneys took an aggressive and proactive approach to his case, which pressured the defendants into settling. In the end, our client received a large enough settlement to remove his worries about supporting his family.

Arnold & Itkin recently resolved a case for a woman who was caught in a plant explosion in Louisiana. She was working on a turnaround job when the explosion occurred, leaving her with severe burns, post-traumatic stress disorder, and orthopedic injuries to her knees, legs, and back. Despite their obvious negligence, the company refused to take responsibility. Our firm prepared the case for trial and provided our client with high-quality medical care in the meantime. Our tireless advocacy eventually drove the plant owners to offer a multi-million dollar settlement—a settlement that will provide for our client’s lifelong medical and financial needs.

Arnold & Itkin was able to successfully recover a settlement for their client, the father of two young children, who was recently injured in a plant explosion in Louisiana. The plant worker was severely injured in the accident and required surgery along with extensive medical treatment. Arnold & Itkin, LLP helped him obtain $3.1 to cover his expenses and ensure that he and his family have the support they need for the future.

Arnold & Itkin recently secured a $3 million settlement on behalf a client who was injured in a devastating plant accident. While doing turnaround work in Louisiana, their client suffered serious injuries to his neck and back. This settlement will allow him and his family to move on from the accident and start planning for the future.

At Arnold & Itkin, we are proud to announce that we have been successful in recovering a substantial $3M settlement on behalf of a boat captain who was injured after his vessel sank. The boat went under after being hit by particularly rough seas; the captain attempted to make sure his crew was safe, during which he sustained serious injuries to both his back and his neck. He also suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder. Attorneys Caj Boatright and Kurt Arnold took on the case and aggressively pushed toward trial. Our firm was successful in recovering a $3 million settlement for our client only a year after the accident happened.

Kurt Arnold of Arnold & Itkin LLP recovered a $3 million settlement for an injured seaman who suffered a hand injury while working in the Bay of Campeche in the Gulf of Mexico. Attorney Arnold represented the worker, who was from Leesville, Louisiana, filing the case in Texas where the employer was based. He sought compensation for future medical expenses, past and future loss of earnings and pain and suffering. Kurt successfully negotiated the $3 million settlement after months of negotiating.

When a plant worker was injured on a turnaround job, he turned to Arnold & Itkin for the help he needed. Our team immediately got to work, preparing the case and pushing it to trial as aggressively as possible. Arnold & Itkin’s proactive preparation and relentless posture compelled the defendants to settle with our client for $3 million—an amount we believe he deserves every penny of. The money will go toward supporting him and providing him with the best-quality medical care that’s available.

Attorneys Jason Itkin and Kurt Arnold recently represented a client who was involved in commercial real estate deal that resulted in a business dispute. Our client hired a real estate firm to help develop a shopping center on land that he owned. Unfortunately, the real estate firm overpromised and could not deliver the tenants and revenues that were expected. Even though the defendant argued that the landowner was a businessman who should know there were no guarantees and that it was caused by economic conditions, we were able to secure positive results for our client. Our firm was able to create damage models to prove our client's case, obtaining a $3,000,000 settlement.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin achieved a favorable settlement with minimal expense on behalf of a commercial client. The case involved tortious interference and settled for $3 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.

A man from South Louisiana was injured in an explosion accident. The explosion caused him to fall and injure his back. The defendant denied responsibility and refused to compensate the plaintiff for medical care or lost wages. As a result, the plaintiff hired Arnold & Itkin to represent his interests and to pursue just compensation. After some time, the defendant succumbed and offered the injured man $2.97 million dollars to settle outside of court.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Noah Wexler of Arnold & Itkin LLP were able to secure near $3 million on behalf of their clients, two people who were injured in a motor vehicle accident. The firm is proud to serve those who have become victims of the negligence of others so that they can get the recovery they deserve.

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.

Our client was suffered serious back and shoulder injuries while working a turnaround at a plant, during which there was an explosion. The plant owners denied all responsibility for their negligence, so the injured worker turned to Arnold & Itkin for help. Our attorneys ensured that the worker received the medical care he needed, including back surgery and shoulder replacement surgery. We were able to secure a $2.9 million settlement that will provide for the client and his family, allowing them to move on toward a brighter future.

Arnold & Itkin secured a significant settlement of more than $2.87 million for a worker injured in a Louisiana plant explosion. The client sustained serious injuries and required multiple surgeries. A team of attorneys from Arnold & Itkin fought tirelessly on behalf of their client in order to hold the owners of the plant responsible for the explosion. This settlement allows the client and his family to recover from this terrible incident and plan for the future. Arnold & Itkin is always prepared to stand up for those injured in plant explosions and hold the liable parties responsible for these tragic incidents.

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.

While working a turnaround job at a Louisiana plant, our client suffered a serious injury to his back—serious enough that he’d never be able to work in the same career. He turned to our firm to help, and we aggressively pursued the case, despite the fact that the plant owners refused to take responsibility. Still, we worked tirelessly for our client and after several years, we were successful in reaching a multi-million dollar settlement.

Our industrial accident attorneys successfully won $2.78 million in compensation for a contractor who suffered serious neck and back injuries while working at a Louisiana plant. We ensured that the company at fault paid the full amount so that our client could afford all medical-related expenses needed to make a complete recovery.

Landowners in Southwest Louisiana worked with Arnold & Itkin LLP to bring a case against several oil companies that had used their land for gas processing plant operations. Some of the contamination could be dated back to the 1960's. The landowners were not aware of the contamination and did not consent to the disposal of hazardous materials on their property. The oil companies that participated in the use of the processing plant were named in the lawsuit brought by Arnold & Itkin due to their role in the contamination. Environmental experts were brought in to test the land and developed a plan for remediation that led to the case being settled out of court for $2.75 million.

The legal team at Arnold & Itkin took on the case of a woman who sustained serious medical side effects after taking a prescription drug she thought would help her condition. After her injuries, she sought the legal help of Arnold & Itkin who was able to fight to prove that her pharmaceuticals caused her harm. Their high-quality legal representation resulted in a positive outcome of a $2.7 million settlement on her behalf.

After a serious plant explosion that resulted in severe back injuries, a plant worker sought representation from our team. Although the plant owner refused to take responsibility for the incident, our dedicated team of attorneys was persistent in our fight and made sure the client received the medical attention he needed to recover from his injuries. We are pleased to announce that a life-changing settlement of $2.7 million was reached to help our client move forward.

Our client, a father of two young children, came to Arnold & Itkin after experiencing a painful injury while on the job. Though the injury was not his fault, he had to endure a surgery to help alleviate some of the pain he was experiencing. Our attorneys fought through a strenuous litigation process to recover a settlement we felt our client deserved. Our client received $2.6 million to help ensure his family was provided for in the future.

After a working a turnaround job during a devastating plant explosion in Louisiana, our client suffered life-altering injuries that prevented him from returning to work or sustaining the lifestyle he lived before the incident. Throughout the duration of his case, our explosion lawyers ensured that our client received the medical attention and care he needed, including a number of surgeries. Arnold & Itkin was able to secure a $2.6 million settlement for our client and his family, ensuring that they were provided for.

After being injured as a result of a plant explosion accident, our client suffered a serious back injury necessitating him to undergo multiple procedures, including surgery. Our powerhouse attorneys tirelessly fought to recover fair compensation on his behalf. We successfully recovered $2.26 million in verdicts and settlements.

Arnold & Itkin, LLP is pleased to announce a $2.58 million settlement was secured for our client who suffered from severe injuries after a plant explosion. The injuries required that the client undergo surgery, followed by years of medical treatment. Although the plant owners denied responsibility, our attorneys were able to reach a life-changing settlement that allows our client and his family to move towards a more promising future.

Arnold & Itkin LLP obtained a $2.5 million settlement for a client who suffered neck and lower back injuries while working on a drilling barge. The plaintiff suffered these injuries by colliding with a padeye in the mudroom that should have been removed. His injuries required surgery.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold took on a case in which the plaintiff was using a tiller handle steering mechanism. The outboard motor struck a submerged object, which caused the defective handle to break – resulting in the boat spinning out of control. The injuries to the arm of the plaintiff were severe enough that amputation was required. Shortly after the accident, the defective handle in question was thrown out – which caused many firms to turn down the case. Arnold & Itkin, however, jumped in and despite the fact that there was no offer to settle, the firm was successful in obtaining a $2.5 million verdict. The case was tried in the 16th Judicial Court of Cameron Parish Louisiana.

In an attempt to help a telecom company acquire another company, a businessman entered into an oral agreement; however, these were never written down and when it came time for the transaction, the company only paid a fiftieth of the agreed upon terms. The businessman hired the legal team at Arnold & Itkin, LLP and together, they entered into litigation that lasted over a year against one of the most prestigious firms in the nation. At the end, the plaintiff recovered a $2.5 million settlement, which resulted in a $1,624,295 net recovery for the client.

A Louisiana man seriously injured in a plant explosion has received a $2.49 million settlement with help from the attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP. While his case was pending, Arnold & Itkin LLP worked tirelessly to ensure that he received the injections and other medical treatment he desperately needed for his serious neck and back injuries.

The plant accident attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP obtained a settlement of $2.45 million on behalf of their client, who suffered a back injury in a Louisiana plant explosion. The client had to undergo surgery to treat his injury, which was caused by his employer's disregard for the safety of its employees. After more than three years, AI was successfully able to hold the employer accountable for its negligence and has ensured that the worker and his family will be taken care of for life.

For four years, the team at Arnold & Itkin fought for their client who suffered serious neck injuries from a plant explosion. She needed a substantial settlement to adequately prepare for her future and care for her children. Fortunately, the team achieved $2.4 million on her behalf.

Our plant accident lawyers at Arnold & Itkin LLP managed to settle a case for $2.4 million, where a woman escaped from a fire her job site. She required two knee replacement surgeries to treat her injuries from the incident. The settlement allowed her complete medical recovery and offered security for her future.

While working as a turnaround at a plant, a man from Southeast Texas suffered severe injuries to his back. Our attorneys took on the case and aggressively pursued it, despite the fact that the defendants denied responsibility. In the end, we were able to successfully prove negligence and secure a settlement for our client.

The Plaintiff, an injured refinery worker, suffered third degree burns on 20% of his body due to an engineering company producing faulty equipment. The trial lasted one week and ended in favor of the Plaintiff. Arnold & Itkin was able to see three of the seven witnesses in trial as well as question voir dire of one of the defenses' expert witnesses. The defendant's final offer was for $135,000.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys, Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin, have recently been successful in recovering a $2.4M settlement on behalf of a man injured in a serious plant accident. Our client had been safely performing his duties when an area of the refinery burst into blames; he was injured during escape.

An elderly woman was severely injured when a delivery truck driver backed up his vehicle and hit her. Several surgeries followed to address the damage the back wheel of the truck had done to her leg. Initially, the truck driver and his employer claimed the elderly woman was at fault for her own injuries, but Caj Boatright and Kurt Arnold put together an aggressive strategy to prove this was not the case. After seeking out eyewitnesses and hiring an exceptional trucking expert to prove the truck driver and employer were at fault, the woman was cleared of any personal responsibility for her injury. With the assistance of medical experts, they determined the substantial amount of future medical care the client would need and recovered $2,400,000 for her losses. Arnold & Itkin is proud to continue to help clients obtain just compensation for their injuries and keep the negligence of companies in check.

A Louisiana woman suffered severe injuries while working a turnaround as the result of a plant explosion. When the company refused to accept responsibility for her injuries, she turned to Arnold & Itkin for legal help. Our team got to work and secured the compensation that she deserved, totaling $2.4 million. This settlement will ensure that our client will not need to worry about the medical and financial costs resulting from her injuries.

Arnold & Itkin was able to settle with the oil and gas companies while the suit was still pending for $2.375 million. The South Louisiana first came to Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley when they noticed some potential damage on their property. There were several buried pieces of rusty pipes and numerous patches of grass missing near former oil pits used by companies in the past. We brought out experts to determine if these past oil and gas operations were the cause of damage. The defendants had the case moved to the United States District Court in the Western District of Louisiana, Lake Charles Division, but settled prior to the lawsuit making it to federal court.

Attorney Kurt Arnold of Arnold & Itkin LLP represented a Louisiana seaman who was injured off the coast. While working for his employer, the seaman was injured in inland waters in Louisiana. He suffered severe leg injuries as the result of an unsafe working environment. Attorney Arnold filed the case in Galveston County under special venue rules that allow all injuries that occur in inland waters in the Gulf of Mexico to be filed in Galveston County. Within 12 months of the original injury, Attorney Arnold was able to prepare the case for trial and obtain a settlement of $2,375,000.

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 Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin advocated on behalf of a child who was born with a birth defect as a direct result of her mother taking a prescription pharmaceutical. It is unfortunately common that mothers of unborn children are taking drugs that are causing their baby harm without them knowing it. The Arnold & Itkin attorneys used their legal expertise to ensure that their client got the compensation they deserved and obtained a $2.3 million settlement on their behalf.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys took on the case of a child who was injured as a result of being exposed to a defective product. With the legal expertise and tenacious advocacy of the firm, the client was able to obtain a $2.3 million settlement and the justice that they deserved.

Because many women are not fully made aware of the possible health risks certain drugs can cause to their child, they unknowingly take dangerous drugs during their pregnancy. The same was true in this case, and the child was born with a birth defect. Attorneys at Arnold & Itkin were able to fight to see that the child got the compensation they deserved, a $2.3 million settlement for future needs.

A $2.29 million settlement was secured by Arnold & Itkin on behalf of a plant worker who suffered neck injuries in an on-site explosion. Although the defendants initially refused to assume responsibility for the accident, our firm was able to negotiate a settlement which ensures our client will be taken care of for the foreseeable future.

Arnold & Itkin LLP recovered a settlement of $2.29 million for the victim of a serious plant explosion in Louisiana. The firm’s client sustained hearing loss, back injuries, and neck injuries that required surgery. Arnold & Itkin relentlessly fought to hold the plant owners responsible for their client’s injuries and suffering. The settlement won by the firm helps the client to move on from this incident and plan for the future.

While working a turnaround in a plant, a Louisiana man suffered serious injury to his back during an explosion. The plant owners denied all responsibility and refused to pay. The man turned to Arnold & Itkin, who made sure he received the medical care his injuries required -- including back surgery -- and worked tirelessly to recover fair compensation. The firm is happy to announce that a $2.26 million settlement was reached. The client can now care for his family and focus on recovering from his accident.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin of Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a mother who was injured as a result of her exposure to a dangerous drug. Due to their aggressive method of legal representation, they were able to obtain a successful outcome on her behalf, and the woman was awarded a $2.2 million settlement.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Caj Boatright, and Roland Christensen obtained a settlement for a Louisiana tankerman who fell from the gangway when it slipped. The fall left him in the water, trapped under a barge. His injuries required back surgery and left him with post-traumatic stress disorder. The team at Arnold & Itkin were quickly able to secure a resolution that will allow our client to support himself and his family for the rest of his life.

Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to obtain a $2.25 million settlement for a seaman who suffered a severe back injury. The seaman was injured because he was trying to avoid a medicine ball that a crane operator had caused to swing toward him. He fell from a machine to the deck below.

Attorney Kurt Arnold was able to help a Louisiana man recover compensation for his workplace accident injury. The man was an operator on a fixed platform off the coast of Louisiana. While he was performing routine maintenance, the operator was shocked, causing him to fall to the ground without consciousness. Surgery had to be performed on his neck due to the seriousness of the injury. With the help of Arnold & Itkin, the man was able to recover $2.25 million in a settlement 5 days before the trial.

The team of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin secured a major $2.2 million settlement on behalf of a woman who was injured in a work-related accident. Though the defendants claimed that the injury was the result of a prior accident; our firm was able to negotiate a final settlement more than 29 times greater than the final offer at mediation.

Arnold & Itkin’s legal team obtains a $2.2 million for a victim injured in a turnaround at a plant. Our client sustained severe injuries to the wrist and neck injuries as a result of the Louisiana explosion. At attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Kyle Findley, Kala Sellers, Caj Boatright, and Adam Lewis waited on the results of the case, the team worked diligently to ensure the client received medical treatment which included various surgeries. The success of this case will forever change his life and will allow him the change to move toward a healthy and happy future.

A child was born with a serious birth defect as a direct result of exposure to a dangerous pharmaceutical. After seeking the help of Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin, the child was able to be compensated with a $2.1 million settlement. They were proud to advocate on the child’s behalf and obtain a successful outcome.

Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a child who was injured by a defective product. They were able to represent the child and fight to see that there was a successful outcome to the case. Because of the aggressive advocacy of the firm, the child was able to be compensated $2 million.

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.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured over $2 million on behalf of two riggers who were seriously injured while working off the coast of Louisiana. Though the companies initially tried to blame the injured workers for what occurred, Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to prove that the incident resulted from the negligent actions of a production operator who worked for one of the defendants. The production operator did not completely "bleed off" pressure that had accumulated in a pipeline. When the two workers were replacing the valve on this pipeline, the valve skyrocketed into the air and knocked one worker to the ground while striking the other worker in the head. One worker suffered severe lower back injuries and the other suffered serious neck injuries and was also diagnosed with Post-Concussion Syndrome. In representing the injured workers, Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to prove that the safety consultant who was hired to supervise the workers did not do his job properly. The case was settled after the trial had already begun and was pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Galveston Division. The Honorable Judge Vanessa Gilmore presided.

Arnold & Itkin LLP represented an offshore worker who suffered serious facial injuries after the lid of a metal canister exploded into his face. He broke several facial bones in the incident. The firm was able to secure a $2 million settlement for the worker, and the net recovery after fees and expenses was $1,073,840.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Adam Lewis have recovered a $2 million settlement for a wife and her three children after their husband and father was killed in an auto accident. The plaintiff’s husband was struck at a 90-degree angle by a commercial vehicle that ignored the stop sign. We argued that the defendant was negligent and reckless, and that recklessness resulted in the tragic loss of life. Thanks to our tireless investigation and advocacy, our client received the money her family will need to move forward with peace and provision.

After an explosion at a Louisiana plant, a man sustained serious back injuries that needed surgery to treatment. He retained Arnold & Itkin LLP and our plant accident lawyers managed to obtain a settlement for $2 million for the man and fought endlessly to hold the owners of the plant responsible for neglecting safety. We are proud to share that our client gave our client much-needed assistance in covering for his medical bills, and also provided enough for his family and future. Arnold & Itkin LLP stands for the rights of all those who have been severely due to negligence in a plant accident, and hold others accountable for negligence that leads to these severe accidents.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley took on the case of a Jones Act worker who was injured while performing his job duties on a vessel off the Gulf of Mexico. The firm was able to secure $2 million on behalf of the worker after just one deposition. The plaintiff in this case was a seaman in Cameron County, Texas who suffered a serious back injury on the job. The client was ordered to move a heavy roll of gasket material while on the ship. This is what led to his eventual back injury. Although our client reported his injury to a supervisor, he did not receive medical treatment until a week later. Orthopedic doctors have advised that the plaintiff should receive extensive medical treatment which will include surgery in order to repair his back.

After an explosion at a plant in Louisiana, our client sustained serious injuries. Faced with mounting medical costs and financial uncertainty, he turned to the tireless advocates at Arnold & Itkin. Our dedicated plant explosion attorneys prepared his case for trial with aggressive and thorough preparation, and the defendant agreed to settle the case for $2 million dollars. The client and his family will now be able to move forward towards a happier future.

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.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin from Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a woman who became injured as a direct result of being exposed to a dangerous drug. Due to their aggressive representation and legal expertise, they were able to successfully go up against the drug company and obtain a $1.9 million settlement. They were proud to represent this mother and see that she got the justice that she deserved.

A Louisiana plant explosion victim and his family received a $1.94 million settlement due to the tireless advocacy of the attorneys at Arnold & Itkin. Our lawyers sought to hold the plant owners responsible for the incident due to a disregard for safety. After more than three years fighting, Arnold & Itkin was finally able to procure a substantial settlement that would help their client and his family move on and plan for their future.

An offshore worker was injured while performing his job duties. His injuries included post-traumatic stress disorder, back, and head injuries. The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP were able to take an aggressive approach and represent the maritime worker well enough to obtain for him a successful outcome to his case. The worker was given a $1.9 million settlement.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys took on the case of a child who was born with birth defects because of exposure to a dangerous drug. Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin were proud to take on this case and because of their high quality of legal representation, they were able to restore the client with $1.9 million in settlement.

A $1.9 million settlement was won for a child victim of a dangerous product. After seeking the legal help of Arnold & Itkin, the child was well advocated for and a successful outcome to the case was obtained.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys took on the case of a woman who was taking a dangerous prescription drug. She began experiencing negative and unexpected side effects when she contacted Arnold & Itkin. Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin were happy to represent her in her case and obtained a $1.9 million settlement on her behalf.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys represented a child who was injured by a dangerous product. They were able to present compelling arguments against the manufacturer and obtain for the child a $1.9 million settlement.

Arnold & Itkin’s client suffered back injuries from a plant accident while working a turnaround. As a result of the injuries, the client required multiple procedures as well as surgery to recover. Although the defendant denied all liability, the firm was able to secure a $1.9 million settlement.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a settlement for $1.9 million for a seaman who suffered second degree burns as the result of a flash fire on a barge. Attorney Kurt Arnold represented the sixty-year-old Florida seaman in a case that was filed in Harris County. Kurt was able to settle the case for $1.9 million a few weeks before trial, after nearly ten depositions.

Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to obtain a $1.85 million settlement for a client who suffered severe foot and ankle injuries. The client sustained these injuries when he was forced to jump overboard in order to avoid other injuries.

Arnold & Itkin was successful in obtaining a $1.85 million settlement on behalf of a Louisiana man who was severely injured while working as a turnaround during a plant explosion. Even though the man’s injuries were so extensive he would require years of medical care, the plant owners were not willing to accept responsibility. Our attorneys fought tirelessly to hold the plant owners responsible, and were able to prove that their negligence led to the client’s injuries, thus giving the man the means for a better life.

After an accident occurred on the Houston ship channel, the lawyers from Arnold & Itkin, LLP were hired on to investigate. They were able to recover $1.8 million for the family involved.

After sustaining injuries during a turnaround at a plant, a man from West Texas had to undergo a back procedure. He denied responsibility for his injuries but was still denied his workers’ compensation. Shortly after hiring Arnold & Itkin, he was offered a $1.78 million settlement.

A woman was experiencing adverse side effects after taking a dangerous drug. She sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin who were able to help her with her case. They negotiated a $1.7 million settlement for her after she sustained dangerous drug injuries.

Arnold & Itkin lawyers represented a child who was born with a birth defect as a direct result of exposure to dangerous drugs. With their high-quality of legal representation.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley recently represented a crane operator who had injured his back when a refinery exploded. Through the hard work of the attorneys at Arnold & Itkin, LLP, the case was settled for $1,750,000.

Attorney Kurt Arnold helped to represent a dentist who had gone blind after a hockey puck had crashed through his goalie mask. Our firm successfully proved that the goalie mask was defective—leading to a favorable and confidential settlement for our client, and a recall of the mask in the U.S. and Canada.

Arnold & Itkin LLP recovered a $1.75 million settlement for a worker who was seriously injured in an offshore crane accident. Attorneys Jason Itkin and Kurt Arnold represented the employee of Wood Group in the case, which involved an incident where a crane operator caused the boom crane he was operating to jerk. This caused the crane to strike Arnold & Itkin LLP's client in the face without warning, knocking him from the railing upon which he was standing. The plaintiff suffered a herniated disc in his back as a result of the fall, which required lumbar fusion surgery. He also suffered from post-concussion symptoms as a result of the blow to his head. Arnold & Itkin LLP litigated the case in federal court for the Southern District of Texas and was able to settle two weeks prior to trial.

Arnold & Itkin LLP recovered a settlement of $1.75 million for a client who suffered serious back injuries as the result of a lifeboat malfunction. The client suffered herniated discs in his back and neck when the lifeboat malfunctioned. Prior to the trial, the defendants made a final offer that would have left the client with a net recovery of only $480,000. Arnold & Itkin LLP took the case to trial in July of 2006. Midway through the trial, the defendants met the plaintiff's settlement demand, leaving the client with a net recovery of more than $1 million.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Ces Tavares recently represented a Mississippi man who was working as a relief mate for a towboat company on the Mississippi river. Our client had been tightening the winch on a tow when it slipped—causing him to fall. He received treatment from orthopedic doctors, but eventually his injuries required surgery. Our firm worked to gather and develop evidence proving that the vessel was undermanned at the time of his accident; however, the defendant still refused responsibility and placed all blame on our client. Several depositions occurred before the defendant agreed to a $1.75 million settlement.

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 recovered $1.72 million for contractors who suffered serious injuries from exposure to hydrogen sulfide while working off the Gulf of Mexico in 2004. The firm was able to confidentially resolve the case in June of 2005, with a net recovery of $1,011,119.44 that was shared among the claimants.

For three years, Arnold & Itkin fought to hold plant owners responsible for an explosion that severely injured many, including our client, who suffered serious knee and back injuries. Eventually, the plant owners settled and awarded the client $1.7 million in compensation. Our team is proud to have helped our client obtain the resources necessary to future medical and financial security.

Our client was injured in a serious plant explosion that left him with severe back injuries, which required multiple medical procedures, including surgery. Despite opposition from the plant owners, who denied all liability, our team of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin ensured that the client received the necessary medical care and we were able to reach a life-changing settlement that gave the client the means to take care of himself and his family.

A mother was injured as a direct result of her exposure to a dangerous drug. She sought the legal help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin who were able to help her with her case. They negotiated a $1.6 million settlement for her thanks to their high quality of legal representation.

The family of a child who was born with a severe birth defect sought the legal representation of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP for their child’s injuries. They were able to successfully advocate on the child’s behalf, and obtain a $1.6 million settlement for the family.

The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin were proud to represent a child who was injured as a result of a dangerous product. Their successful representation led to the child being given a $1.6 million settlement for the injuries.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers secured $1.675 million on behalf of a Texas man who suffered severe injuries while working on a drilling rig in North Dakota. Our client was struck by malfunctioning tongs that pinned him to the equipment, causing fractured vertebrae, broken ribs, and other injuries that eventually led to our client’s kidney needing to be removed. The defendant argued that under Chapter 95, they were immune from liability. Despite the legal defenses that they raised, we were able to negotiate a fair settlement of $1.675 million just one week before trial in Bexar County, Texas.

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.

A woman sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin after she became injured as a direct result of taking a dangerous prescription drug. Because of the compelling arguments and smart negotiation of Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin, the mother was able to see that she was compensated for $1.6 million.

Our personal injury law firm negotiated a favorable settlement of $1.6 million on behalf of a plant worker who had been injured while employed in southeast Texas. Not only were Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin able to recover a settlement that will help our client be taken care of for life, but they were able to help him receive the necessary medical care about being initially denied treatment for several months.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Caj Boatright, Kyle Findley, and Kala Sellers of Arnold & Itkin LLP negotiated a $1.6 million settlement on behalf of a client whose vehicle was struck from behind by an 18-wheeler on the highway. As a result of the accident, the client sustained severe back injuries that led to leg and foot complications, and required multiple surgeries. During the course of litigation the defendants refused to take responsibility for the collision and the client’s injuries. Arnold & Itkin LLP prepared to take the case to a jury trial, but with less than a month before the trial date, the attorneys were able to negotiate a significant settlement on behalf of their client. The team at Arnold & Itkin LLP was pleased that they reached a settlement that adequately compensated for their client’s injuries and medical expenses.

Arnold & Itkin LLP represented the widow and minor children of a vessel captain, securing a $1.6 million settlement on their behalf. The claim was filed against the owner of the barge as part of a limitation of liability action. The captain was killed when a spud barge struck an underwater high-pressure gas line, which ruptured and caught fire, causing an explosion. The case was pending in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.

Arnold & Itkin LLP's client fell through an open hatch that another captain had left open. The defense argued that the hatch was an "open and obvious" danger, but Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to show the weakness of this argument by hiring an expert who evaluated the case and prepared an animated demonstration of how the hatch would have looked from the plaintiff's point of view. The animation demonstrated that the defendant could have prevented the incident in the first place if the hatch had simply been barricaded. The case settled within ten days of trial for $1.6 million.

The case was pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. The Honorable Judge John D. Rainey presided.

In a recent maritime law case, Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley represented a platform wireline operator who had suffered neck and head injuries after being struck by metal grating. The injuries were severe enough to result in the plaintiff requiring to undergo neck surgery during recovery. The case had heavy contention regarding liability due to pre-existing conditions, as well as age. Our firm was successful, however, in helping our client to reach a $1.6M settlement shortly after mediation.

Our client was working on an offshore vessel when he fell down a flight of stairs. The injuries he sustained in the incident were severe and required he receive treatment from an orthopedic doctor and, ultimately, surgery. Our attorneys took on the case and were able to prove that the stairs had a missing bolt, something that made them unstable. We settled the case one week before trial for $1.6 million.

During a fire that broke out at the plant where she worked, a client was seriously injured while attempting to escape, suffering from a fall. Arnold & Itkin was able to prove that the defendants were at fault for the fire as well as for the woman’s injuries, successfully negotiating a $1.57 million settlement on behalf of their client.

Representing the rights of an injured Louisiana plant worker, Arnold & Itkin won a $1.54 million settlement by proving negligence on behalf of the plant owners for not creating a safe work environment. Having fought for over three years on behalf of their client, the attorneys at the firm continued to pursue justice until the case was finished. Their client, moved by their relentless approach and commitment to justice throughout the case, was moved to tears by the end result.

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.

In a case involving the injuries and ensuing death of a Jones Act seaman, Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley successfully recovered $1,500,000 for the victim's son. The seaman was working offshore when an electrical explosion caused severe burns on the man's body. Litigation lasted for six months while the seaman was alive and continued after the seaman died of a pulmonary embolism. The attorneys worked tirelessly to point the previous burn injuries to the overall cause of the seaman's death and were successful when the case was settled one month before trial.

Attorney Kurt Arnold of Arnold & Itkin took on the case of an injured longshoreman who had talked to many law firms about his case—all of whom said a case did not exist. Kurt, however, was able to discover facts that established liability, which enabled our firm to negotiate a favorable settlement of $1.5 million on our client's behalf. We also ensured that he received the best possible medical care.

An operator was using a defective grinder when he suffered an open leg fracture. Arnold & Itkin, LLP took on the case and was able to negotiate a settlement on the eve of the trial for $1.5 million.

A Northwestern Louisiana seaman was working when a spreader bar hit him in the face. He was denied the right to seek medical care from the physician of his choice and sought legal counsel from Attorney Kurt Arnold at Arnold & Itkin LLP. The firm was able to get him the funds that he needed to receive necessary medical treatment and was ultimately able to negotiate a $1.5 million settlement eight months after filing and only a month before the trial was set to begin.

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.

Our client was seriously injured during a plant explosion in Louisiana. To help ease some of his emotional, physical, and financial burdens, our team of explosion attorneys worked tirelessly to hold the owners of the plant responsible for the incident. Our hard work and dedication resulted in a $1.5 million settlement before trial, ensuring that our client was compensated for his losses.

Attorney Kurt Arnold was able to settle a dispute for a business owner who sustained serious property damage. The man filed the claim because his insurance company was unwilling to take his claim into consideration. The firm filed suit in Houston, Texas. Research and investigation into this case showed the Defendant had miscalculated damages and therefore owed the client a large sum. The insurance company settled the case outside of court for $1,500,000.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys secured a $1.49 million settlement for a client who was injured in a Louisiana plant accident. Their client, who was doing turnaround work at the plant, suffered serious injuries to his back and elbow as a result of an explosion. The team worked diligently to ensure their client received the best possible medical care throughout the duration of the case, including the surgeries he so desperately needed.

Arnold & Itkin worked with a seaman recently who filed a Jones Act claim after suffering a serious back injury while on the job. The defending parties claimed that this worker had previous back problems and had even had a surgery performed in previous years because of back ailments. Therefore, they claimed that this recent back injury and a subsequent injury were not legitimate. Attorneys Caj Boatright and Kurt Arnold partnered together to work with this client. They took a number of medical dispositions attempting to link up the second injury that the plaintiff suffered with his present condition. After much work, the case settled only one week before they were scheduled to go to 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.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin were able to secure $1.4 million for their client, a family of an infant who was born with a birth defect after exposure to a dangerous drug. The family was seeking compensation for the injury and due to successful negotiation on the part of Arnold & Itkin, they were able to obtain that successful outcome.

A child was injured after being exposed to a dangerous product and Arnold & Itkin attorneys took on the case. After successful representation of the child’s case, they were able to negotiate a $1.4 million settlement on the child’s behalf.

After a child was injured by a dangerous product, Arnold & Itkin attorneys were proud to take on his case and advocate for him. Due to their successful legal representation and tenacious advocacy, they were able to restore $1.4 million to the child.

Arnold & Itkin attorneys were proud to take on the case of a child who was born with a serious birth defect after exposure to a dangerous drug. Often mothers are not made aware of the possible health risks a drug can pose to their unborn child, as was the case in this incident. They were able to negotiate a $1.4 million settlement on the child’s behalf.

While at work, a woman was forced to flee from an explosion that resulted in painful injuries. The team at Arnold & Itkin was able to recover $1.4 million on her behalf so that she could properly care for her injuries. The defendants were also held accountable for the damages she suffered.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley recovered $1,400,000 on behalf of an injured Texas worker. The plaintiff was working on a blowout preventer at an elevated height at a large facility in Louisiana. After completing the work, the plaintiff headed towards the ladder to exit the structure when the railing on the scaffold gave way, causing him to fall 10 feet, landing on the concrete. As a result, the plaintiff suffered severe injuries to his head and back. Unfortunately, he had to undergo treatment with orthopedic doctors and ultimately a back surgery. The attorneys filed suit in Harris County, alleging that the companies failed to properly inspect and maintain the scaffold. The defendants tried to place blame on the plaintiff for not wearing a safety harness at the time of the incident. During discovery, Arnold & Itkin was able to develop evidence showing, that during the scaffold inspection, the defendant failed to recognize that the railing was not secured with pins. In addition, Arnold & Itkin developed evidence to prove that defendant's theory was irrelevant because plaintiff would have hit the concrete even with a safety harness. The case was successfully resolved two weeks before trial.

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.

A $1.3 million settlement was won for a child who was born with a birth defect. This defect was shown to be in direct correlation with the child’s exposure to a dangerous drug. Due to their compelling arguments, the child was able to receive a successful settlement for the injuries.

The family of a child injured by a dangerous product sought the legal help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin. Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin were able to obtain a $1.2 million settlement on the child’s behalf.

A child was born with severe multiple birth defects after its exposure to a dangerous drug. Arnold & Itkin attorneys were able to present compelling evidence against the pharmaceutical company and obtain for the client a $1.2 million settlement.

The family of a child injured by a dangerous product sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP. They were able to bring compelling arguments against the defense and negotiate a $1.2 million settlement for the family.

The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP proudly announce that they were able to secure a settlement of $1.2 million for their client, a mother injured by her exposure to a dangerous drug.

Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin of Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a child who was injured by exposure to a dangerous drug. They were able to present compelling arguments against the drug company and obtain a $1.2 million settlement on the child’s behalf.

Arnold & Itkin LLP was proud to take on the case of a mother who was injured by exposure to a dangerous pharmaceutical. They were able to present compelling arguments on her behalf and obtain a $1.2 million settlement for her.

A dredge worker was working on unspooling heavy cable in Nigeria when he sustained a herniated disc in his neck. This injury was severe enough that it eventually resulted in the need for surgery. The case, however, was not straightforward as the worker had previously obtained neck injuries while employed for a separate company. Arnold & Itkin, LLP was not daunted by this, took on the case and was able to recover $1.2 million on his behalf. The case was pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division, with the Honorable Lynn Hughes.

Arnold & Itkin LLP was able to recover $1.078 million for a tugboat captain who was seriously injured during a crew change operation. The captain suffered from anoxic brain injury as the result of oxygen deprivation and also suffered from severe post traumatic stress disorder. The incident occurred when the client, a relief captain employed by the defendant in the case, was asked to perform a crew change operation in a jon boat. The operation was to take place across a half-mile wide stretch of the Mississippi River that was heavy in ship traffic. The off-going captain chose to organize the crew change using the jon boat in spite of the fact that a large crewboat was available for use. Shortly after the on-going crew entered the jon boat, they were swamped and nearly drowned by the wake of a large tanker.

The Arnold & Itkin LLP attorneys were able to win a verdict of $1.078 million after a four-day bench trial, totaling nearly $1.2 million with interest.

Arnold & Itkin LLP won a jury verdict of more than $1.2 million for an injured seaman who suffered serious neck and back injuries. Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin represented a seaman who was working alone on a ladder, when he fell and injured his back and neck. He required a one level fusion of his cervical spine as a result of his injuries. The jury founds some contributory negligence on the part of the plaintiff but awarded him more than $1.2 million on March 1, 2007. The defendant made no offer to settle before or during trial.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley represented two Jones Act seamen who were working aboard a vessel in the Gulf of Mexico. The two seamen were severely injured when the ship was run aground, the sudden collision causing them to be thrown across the back deck. One of the seamen suffered neck and back injuries; the other seaman suffered injuries to his back, knee, and foot. The injured seamen immediately started receiving orthopedic treatment, and we were able to obtain a $1.2 million settlement on week before trial in Harris County.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin took on the case of a business client who was seeking to regain commercial real estate assets. Through aggressive representation on behalf of their client, they were able to obtain a settlement of $1.2 million.

When an insurance company denied the claim of a victim of Hurricane Ike, Attorney Kurt Arnold fought hard to earn compensation and a fair settlement on behalf of his client. His labor proved successful when a settlement of $1.2 million was reached.

After a plant exploded in Louisiana while he was working a turnaround project, our client suffered injuries to his knee, back, and neck. He turned to our firm to help to ensure he would receive fair compensation and that he would receive the medical care he deserved. We helped to obtain a $1.2 million settlement on his behalf.

Neck injuries sustained by a loose pipe necessitated surgery for a floor hand working in the Gulf of Mexico. The company did not cover any of the medical costs incurred by the injury. After a year of trying to work with the company to come to a favorable agreement, the injured worker sought the assistance of Arnold & Itkin. In ten days, the law firm was able to secure a seven figure settlement.

We achieved a $1.17 million settlement for an injured plant worker. While working, our client sustained a serious knee injury fleeing an explosion. His employer was unwilling to take responsibility for the circumstances that lead to his injury and did not prioritize his medical treatment. Our plant injury attorneys took an aggressive and proactive approach to his case, which resulted in the discovery of damaging evident against the plant. The defendant agreed to settle, and we are proud to have won a life-changing result for our client.

In a case where a child was left harmed by a defective product they had come in contact with, the defective product attorneys at Arnold and Itkin vigorously went after fair payment by the company that had manufactured the product. Through their effort they secured $1.1 million for their client to cover any medical bills as well as pain and suffering.

Our client, a Louisiana woman, was working a turnaround when she was injured in a plant explosion. After sustaining life-altering injuries to her neck, back, and knees, she turned to Arnold & Itkin for the legal help she needed. Our attorneys got to work on her case, fighting for every penny she deserved. Not only were we able to secure a settlement of $1.1 million, we worked to see that she received the medical care she desperately needed while her case was pending.

Attorney Kurt Arnold recently settled a suit on behalf of an injured offshore platform worker. Our client suffered serious neck and shoulder injuries after he fell through grating on a platform. He underwent surgery to his neck and required further medical attention for other injuries. After several depositions, the case was settled for $1,100,000 million.

After weeks of negotiations and the second mediation, Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley of Arnold & Itkin LLP were able to settle a Jones Act case for the sum of $1,087,500. The settlement will cover the costs of medical attention and loss of wages for our client. As a 27-year-old drill barge deckhand, the plaintiff was performing a blind lift with his crewmates when he was hit in the face and neck by the pipe. After being knocked unconscious and falling several feet, he sustained significant injuries and contacted the attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP. Plaintiff was not fully aware of his rights to compensation according to the Jones Act, so he contacted the firm from their website to discuss his options and pursue compensation. The representatives worked quickly to file a personal injury lawsuit in Harris County under the Jones Act and after some time, were able to settle with the company and obtain significant damages.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin negotiated on behalf of a mother who had been injured when she took a dangerous. The medicine that was supposed to help her, instead caused her harm, and their attorneys aggressively pursued compensation to cover the damages she faced as a result.

Attorneys Jason Itkin and Kurt Arnold recently worked to represent a man who had suffered in a crane collapse and who had sustained a herniated disc. The man had been working when the crawler crane's cab was sheared away – ejecting the plaintiff. Workers' compensation refused the claim and did not cover any of the associated medical bills. Our firm took on the case and was able to get the man the funds he needed to help stay afloat while the case moved forward. It was due to the innovative approach and the firm's ability to circumvent the workers' compensation bar that allowed for the client to be awarded a partial settlement of $1,050,000 in the end.

Our legal team at Arnold & Itkin recently represented an injured highway worker who was struck by an 18-wheeler and who sustained broken vertebrae in his back as a result. The man had to undergo back surgery and suffered many other damages as well and our attorneys obtained $1,040,000 for him.

After a Jones Act seaman was injured by a drill pipe that rolled onto his foot, our team at Arnold & Itkin was able to represent him and help him fight for the financial damages he deserved. The seaman was a roustabout on a vessel in the Gulf of Mexico and sustained severe injuries while assisting a crane in transferring pipes to another deck on the vessel. Thanks to the efforts of Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley, a settlement of $1,030,000 was obtained for the man.

Attorney Kurt Arnold of Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a settlement for $1,025,000 on behalf of a Galveston longshoreman who sustained facial and neck injuries as the result of a brake chamber malfunction. The longshoreman sustained lacerations to his face and trauma to a disc in his neck while he was inspecting a brake chamber that malfunctioned during the inspection. A few weeks prior to trial, the case was resolved for $1,025,000. The case was pending in Houston Federal Court. The Honorable Judge Ewing Werlein presided.

When a child exposed to dangerous drugs while in the womb was born with birth defects, Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin negotiated the case. Due to their compelling representation and aggressive defense, they were able to secure $1 million in a settlement.

Arnold & Itkin’s client sustained back injuries that required surgery after an explosion at a Texas plant. The plant owners for years refused to take responsibility for the incident, but Arnold & Itkin stepped in to advocate for the man. They were able to obtain a settlement of $1 million to take care of the man’s medical needs both present and future.

Arnold & Itkin obtained a seven-figure settlement to help a man who was left with head and spinal cord injuries after a plant explosion. The $1 million settlement secured by the team of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin can enable this client to move toward recovery while taking care of his family.

Attorneys Kurt Arnold and Kyle Findley represented a client who had been injured after working to tack welding strips of metal in a machine. The machine, which indexed backward and forward, closed—catching the worker inside and ultimately crushing his hip and breaking his leg. The severe injuries resulted in a life-flight to a local hospital and several surgeries. We were able to prove the employer was at fault for allowing workers to get inside of the machine, and we were able to negotiate a settlement of $1 million on behalf of our client.

Arnold & Itkin is proud to announce a settlement on behalf of our client. After the apartment resident fell from a second-floor apartment balcony, he suffered severe head and neck injuries. We worked fast to file a suit, secure a trial date, and obtain a settlement on his behalf. We successfully forced a $1M settlement for our injured client.

A client sought the help of Arnold & Itkin attorneys after he witnessed the death of his friend while on a vessel. The Plaintiff claimed that he was suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Thankfully, the plaintiff did not suffer any physical injuries. The case was left pending in Harris County, Texas.

Attorney Kurt Arnold of Arnold & Itkin LLP filed a case for a Texas family who was injured in a car rollover accident. The car accident was caused by faulty repairs made to the vehicle as well as lack of care necessary to find other vehicle defects. The firm proved the family's injuries were caused by negligence after a series of depositions from eye witnesses, experts and intensive inspections. The case was able to be settled two weeks before trial.