Our Success Stories

Our Work and the Responsibility It Represents

Every matter the firm handles reflects an individual story — often involving serious injury, loss, or life-altering circumstances. We approach each case with the understanding that no two situations are the same, and that effective representation requires careful attention to the facts, the law, and the people involved.

The outcomes listed below represent instances where jury verdicts or negotiated resolutions provided meaningful compensation within the framework of our civil justice system. While financial recovery can never undo the harm suffered, it is often the only form of accountability the law allows. Our objective in every case is to pursue outcomes that are fair, reasoned, and supported by the evidence.

The matters summarized on this page reflect a partial and non-exhaustive selection of the firm’s work. Many cases resolved through settlement are subject to court-ordered or agreed-upon confidentiality and therefore cannot be publicly disclosed. Where available, citations and links are provided to published decisions or public records.

These examples are shared to demonstrate the firm’s experience handling significant civil litigation. They are not intended to suggest that similar results will be achieved in any other matter. Every case presents its own facts, legal issues, and challenges, and outcomes depend on a variety of factors unique to each situation.

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Representative Verdicts & Settlements

$15,000,000
Medical Malpractice
Settlement after Jury Selection
Medical malpractice case involving surgical misadventure and paralysis.
$10,811,431
Medical Malpractice
Jury Verdict
Medical malpractice case involving a birth injury resulting in severe developmental delays.
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$5,000,000
Motor Vehicle Accident
Jury Verdict
Negligence claim for a high school student who suffered a hip fracture and mild traumatic brain injury in a motor vehicle accident.
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$4,100,000
Wrongful Death / Pedestrian Accident
Structured Settlement
Wrongful death resulting from a motor vehicle versus pedestrian accident.
$4,000,000
Product Liability
Structured Settlement
Product liability case involving a defective container that caused severe burns to a child.
$3,903,113
Product Liability
Structured Settlement
Product liability involving the defective design of a food container resulting in burn injuries.
$3,850,000
Product Liability
Jury Verdict
Retrial of product liability and negligence claims against multiple defendants regarding defective electrical equipment.
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$2,761,431
Motor Vehicle Accident
Jury Verdict
Motor vehicle accident where a tractor-trailer rear-ended a 19-year-old, resulting in spinal surgery.
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$2,400,000
Medical Malpractice
Settlement
Medical malpractice involving a brain injury caused by the negligent use of forceps.
$2,375,000
Product Liability
Jury Verdict
Product liability and negligence claims against a utility and building owner involving electrical equipment.
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$2,000,000
Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement
Motor vehicle accident resulting in a severe back injury and permanent disability.
$1,800,000
Medical Malpractice / Wrongful Death
Settlement during Jury Trial
Medical malpractice for the wrongful death of a 32-year-old following a failure to diagnose a heart attack.
$1,800,000
Premises Liability / Workers' Compensation
Settlement
Premises liability for a work-related injury with a projected lifetime payout of $2.5 million.
$1,579,745
Motor Vehicle Accident
Structured Settlement
Motor vehicle accident resulting in back injuries and permanent disability.
$1,500,000
Product Liability
Settlement during Jury Trial
Product liability involving a defective manufacturing press machine resulting in a severe eye injury.
$1,500,000
Medical Malpractice
Settlement during Jury Trial
Medical malpractice involving amputations caused by a failure to diagnose heparin-associated thrombocytopenia.
$1,500,000
Medical Malpractice
Settlement
Medical malpractice for a 56-year-old who suffered permanent disability following a failure to properly treat a stroke.
$1,436,250
Medical Malpractice
Arbitration Award
Medical malpractice involving a surgical miscue and subsequent failure to diagnose a resulting infection.
$1,400,000
Premises Liability
Settlement
Premises liability involving a fractured ankle caused by an uneven sidewalk at a commercial property.
$1,200,000
Medical Malpractice
Jury Verdict
Medical malpractice resulting in permanent injury and disfigurement to a 25-year-old woman's lower leg after a failure to diagnose compartment syndrome.
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$1,125,000
Premises Liability
Settlement
Premises liability for severe knee injuries requiring surgery and resulting in extended disability.
$1,100,000+
Workers' Compensation
Workers' Compensation Award
Fatal claim for a 43-year-old whose death from colon cancer was caused by work-related asbestos exposure.
$1,060,000
Product Liability
Settlement during Jury Trial
Product liability involving defective insulation that caused a clog of molten metal and severe burn injuries.
$1,000,001
Premises Liability
Jury Verdict
Premises liability involving a hazardous loading dock that caused a serious back injury to a business owner.
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$1,000,000
Medical Malpractice / Wrongful Death
Arbitration Award
Medical malpractice wrongful death claim successfully recovered after a Supreme Court reversal.
$1,000,000
Product Liability / Workers' Compensation
Pre-Trial Settlement
Product liability and negligence for work-related electrical burn injuries.
$900,000
Medical Malpractice / Wrongful Death
Settlement
Medical malpractice claim for wrongful death of a 54-year-old following a failure to operate in a timely manner.
$900,000
Medical Malpractice / Wrongful Death
Settlement At The Start of Jury Trial
Medical malpractice involving failure to diagnose and treat bowel obstruction resulting in wrongful death.
$810,000
Personal Injury
Settlement
Negligent supervision of educational activities resulting in a severe fall and leg fractures.
$800,000
Medical Malpractice
Settlement
Medical malpractice involving failure to diagnose and treat retinal detachment resulting in partial loss of vision.
$750,000
Premises Liability / Workers' Compensation
Settlement
Premises liability and work injury involving failure to maintain walking surfaces and resulting in fractures of the upper extremities.
$650,000
Product Liability
Settlement
Product liability involving a defectively designed industrial fermenter and resulting in severe burn injuries.
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$650,000
Medical Malpractice
Settlement During Jury Trial
Medical malpractice involving failure to obtain informed consent for urologic surgery resulting in permanent injuries.
$650,000
Premises Liability
Verdict
Premises liability involving failure to maintain stairs and resulting in back injuries.
$530,000
Motorcycle Accident
Settlement
Motorcycle collision resulting in head injuries.
$525,000
Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement
Motor vehicle accident resulting in severe neck and knee injuries.
$510,000
Premises Liability / Workers' Compensation
Settlement
Premises liability and work injury involving failure to maintain parking facilities at sports complex and resulting in lower extremity fracture.
$460,000
Motor Vehicle Accident / Security Breach
Settlement
Motor vehicle accident and security breach involving failure of casino to monitor parking facility caused theft, resultant collision, and severe injuries to an innocent victim.
$450,000
Product Liability
Settlement During Jury Trial
Product liability involving defectively designed press machine resulting in the loss of an eye.
$415,000
Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement
Motor vehicle accident resulting in spinal fractures.
$387,600
Premises Liability
Jury Verdict
Premises liability involving failure to provide security at tavern.
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$350,000
Maritime Accident
Settlement
Maritime accident involving failure to properly maintain safety equipment aboard a fishing vessel resulting in permanent arm injuries.
$361,458
Product Liability
Jury Verdict
Product liability involving defectively designed construction equipment.
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$152,500
Product Liability
Jury Verdict
Product liability involving defectively designed bending roll machine resulting in the amputation of fingertip.

Appellate Decisions & Impact on Pennsylvania Law

Landmark results. Smart advocacy. Real change.

Not every successful case is measured by a dollar amount. Some matters result in decisions that clarify legal standards, correct procedural errors, or shape how courts apply the law going forward. The appellate decisions listed below reflect instances in which the firm’s advocacy contributed to published opinions and legal precedent in Pennsylvania and federal courts.

These cases are included to highlight the firm’s experience handling complex appeals and legal issues with implications beyond a single matter.

Third Circuit Court of Appeals
Product Liability
APPELLATE DECISION
Federal appellate ruling holding that manufacturers may not rely on a “state of the art” defense in federal product liability actions, significantly narrowing available defenses in design defect cases.
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PA Commonwealth Court
Medical Malpractice
APPELLATE DECISION
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court decision reversing the dismissal of a medical malpractice action, holding that the case was improperly dismissed on procedural grounds.
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Federal Court
Product Liability
SUMMARY JUDGMENT DECISION
Federal court ruling granting partial summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff in a product liability action, resolving key liability issues prior to trial.
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PA Commonwealth Court
Workers' Compensation
APPELLATE DECISION
Decision awarding reimbursement of attorney’s fees to an injured worker, clarifying claimant rights where benefits are unreasonably contested.
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PA Commonwealth Court
Workers' Compensation
APPELLATE DECISION
Commonwealth Court ruling affirming the award of penalties and attorney’s fees against an employer and insurer for violations of the Workers’ Compensation Act.
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PA Supreme Court
Unemployment Compensation
SUPREME COURT DECISION
Unanimous Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling reversing more than 25 years of prior precedent, expanding employee protections under unemployment compensation law.
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PA Supreme Court
Civil Procedure
SUPREME COURT DECISION
Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision clarifying the constitutional right to a jury trial in all civil cases, holding that juror removal must occur on the record, for cause, and with notice to the parties.
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PA Supreme Court
Workers' Compensation
APPELLATE DECISION
​Unanimous PA Supreme Court victory dismantling a century of insurer leverage. By mandating that insurance companies pay attorney fees for prevailing workers, this landmark ruling removes an "unjust weapon" from their arsenal.
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PA Supreme Court
Workers' Compensation
APPELLATE DECISION
​Pivotal 2025 PA Supreme Court ruling correcting decades of inconsistent and unjust benefit calculations. This victory levels the playing field for amputation victims, ensuring they receive the maximum statutory benefits they deserve.
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Thoughtful Advocacy Begins With a Conversation

Experience matters — but so does listening

Every case begins with an honest evaluation of the facts, the law, and the challenges involved. While past results reflect experience, meaningful advocacy starts with understanding the unique circumstances of each situation.

If you are considering legal action and want to understand whether your matter warrants further review, a conversation with an experienced attorney can help clarify your options and next steps. Badey, Sloan & DiGenova, P.C. approaches each inquiry with care, discretion, and respect for the process.