A client now a dear friend came to us after a devastating fall. As we reviewed his medical records, we suspected there was more to the cause and mechanism of his injuries than a simple slip-and-fall. To confirm, we consulted a neurologist who validated our instincts: our client had suffered catastrophic neurological damage that ultimately left him unable to walk. The neurologist explained that our client was an “eggshell plaintiff” someone whose preexisting condition makes them more vulnerable to severe injury. Even a moderate trauma could have life-altering consequences, which is exactly what we argued happened in this case. This was a high-risk, high-stakes lawsuit. Potential damages exceeded $10 million, and the defense assembled multiple law firms and top-tier experts to fight the claim. Even some of our co-counsel questioned whether to move forward, given the enormous cost, time, and uncertainty. But we believed in our client and refused to back down. After years of litigation, we secured a $4.5 million settlement not the theoretical maximum, but the strongest possible outcome under the circumstances, and, in light of the great risks. Most importantly, it provided lifelong financial security and dignity for our client, who continues to live with these injuries. At the Recovery Law Center, we fight for people not just numbers. Whether through trial or settlement, our mission as Hawaii personal injury attorneys is always to maximize client recovery and protect our clients’ futures with skill, compassion, and perseverance.
