Result Type: Settlement

CNA Rose Hurt Her Back Lifting a Patient – Workers’Comp Denied

Healthcare jobs can be incredibly physical, especially when your job involves helping patients who cannot move or care for themselves. Our client Rose was a Certified Nursing Assistant working at a nursing home in Washington,...

Medical Assistant Suffers Concussion After Falling at Work in DC

Rhonda was working as a Certified Medical Assistant in Washington, DC, when an ordinary day at work took an unexpected turn. She was putting away medical supplies when she tripped over a loose floor mat and fell. During the...

Workplace Assault Leaves Mechanic Unable to Return to Work and Leads to Settlement

Our Client, a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in DC, Was Assaulted at Work

Our client, J.O., was an experienced mechanic who specialized in maintaining and repairing heavy construction equipment at a garage in Washington, D.C. It was hard, physical work. He worked on front-end loaders, backhoes, dump...

What Happened When Karen Couldn’t Return to Work

Karen was used to being on her feet and working hard. Her job in food service meant long hours standing, bending, lifting trays and supplies, and keeping up in a busy kitchen. It was physical work, and it was the kind of work...

A Driver Hit Our Client in a D.C. Crosswalk

Crossing the street in a marked crosswalk should be one of the safest places for a pedestrian to cross. But it only takes one driver not paying attention for that to change in seconds. Our client, S.A., was crossing the street...

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Carlos’s Fall From a Ladder While Working in a Kitchen

Carlos has always worked in the restaurant industry, a true passion of his. Before he was hurt, he was working as a cook at an Italian restaurant. He cooked the kind of food that takes real skill, focus, and years of experience...

I had a great experience working with Donahoe Kearney. Frank, Paul, and Grace did an excellent job helping me reach a settlement and made the whole process much easier to deal with. I worked with Paul a lot throughout the case, and he was always professional, responsive, and easy to communicate with. What I appreciated most was how he kept everything short, clear, and straight to the point. He explained things in a way that was easy to understand and kept me informed every step of the way. Thanks to his hard work and guidance, we were able to reach a good settlement. I would definitely recommend Frank and Paul to anyone looking for a lawyer. They are knowledgeable, efficient, and truly work for their clients. Make sure you read the awesome newsletters they are great! Thank you!

23 Years in the Kitchen and Why Reporting a Workplace Injury Matters

Evan has spent more than 23 years working in professional kitchens. Cooking is not only his career, it is his passion. He grew up in Reading, Pennsylvania and got his start in the food industry at a retirement community. He...

A Mother’s Strength After a Difficult Birth

LaTonya was going through what was supposed to be a closely monitored, high-risk pregnancy. But something didn’t add up. Her timeline had been miscalculated. Because of that, she didn’t receive the treatment that could have...

Cecelia’s Road to Recovery, Retirement and What Comes Next!

Cecelia spent 17 dedicated years working at a Safeway in D.C. as a deli manager. She loved her job, and the most rewarding part of her work was all the traveling she did, visiting different stores across the country to do training...

Lisa’s Recovery After a Workplace Injury

Lisa had an unfortunate accident while working on the job at an event in D.C. An unsecured table fell on her foot, breaking three bones and leaving her with a long road to recovery ahead. Admirably, Lisa had multiple...

Talaya Heard Is a Force to Be Reckoned With

When her injury left her unsure how she’d cover her bills or continue supporting her two daughters, she stayed focused. Now that her case is settled, she’s ready to move forward with a fresh perspective and a clear plan. She’s...

How Robbie Took Her Life Back After a Work Injury

When Robbie came to us, she had already been through so much. She was working in mental health case management when she was physically assaulted during a meeting by someone who wasn’t even her client. The company didn’t report...

A Nurse’s Career Caring for Others

For over 20 years, Aja’s life revolved around caring for others. She worked in healthcare her entire career, starting as an EMT before transitioning into nursing. She went above and beyond caring for patients who could not...

A Fall at Work Causes a Torn Rotator Cuff but the Insurance Company Denies It

TB is on the clock working in Washington DC after a stretch of ice and snow. He realizes he left something in his car that he needs for work. The car is parked right outside the gate, so he lets his supervisor know he...

Pedestrian Hit by Car in DC Crosswalk Settlement

Reckless drivers are everywhere in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. People are on their phones, not paying attention, speeding, and not watching where they’re going. That’s exactly what happened when a driver took a corner way too...

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Knocked Down, Not Out – Ginner’s Story

Summer might feel carefree — but it’s one of the most dangerous times to be on the road. More people are driving distracted: music up, windows down, texting at red lights, rushing to weekend plans. Between Memorial Day and...

Assaulted by a Shoplifter in DC

A Special Police Officer Was Assaulted by a Shoplifter in D.C. and the Insurance Company Didn’t Believe Her (But We Did) One of the worst things about getting hurt on the job is that the workers’ compensation insurance...

Delivery Driver Suffers Severe Injury After Car Accident

Emergency Surgery After Life-Threatening Car Accident A Washington, D.C. delivery driver secured a workers’ compensation settlement after a devastating car accident, covering medical bills, surgery costs, and lost wages. This...

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Construction Injury Leads to Major Workers’ Comp Payout

DC Construction Worker Secures Significant Workers’ Compensation Settlement After Multiple Surgeries A dedicated commercial carpenter suffered a severe work injury on a construction site in Washington, D.C., leading to...

How We Helped a Special Police Officer Secure a Strong Workers’ Comp Settlement

Wrist Injury at Work Leads to a Permanent Impairment A dedicated university police officer suffered a severe wrist injury after a bad fall at work. She instinctively used her wrist to break the fall, causing significant damage....

Acuerdo por lesión cervical en el trabajo en D.C.

Un tramoyista es un trabajo duro. Hay que montar y desmontar todo lo necesario para organizar eventos en directo: conciertos, mítines, seminarios. Significa transportar trusses, construir escenarios, colgar focos. Y nuestro cliente...

UPS Driver Back on His Feet After Foot and Ankle Injury Settlement Donahoe Kearney

UPS Delivery Driver Returns to Work After Foot Injury

Being a delivery driver is hard work, and we’ve seen several bad injuries to workers who injured their foot, ankle, back, and shoulder while driving a truck and hauling packages around. Cliff is a hard worker, and he...

Brenda Melchor - Una inspiradora historia de éxito

Hace un par de años, Brenda tuvo una grave lesión de rodilla y espalda cuando trabajaba como mientras, pero luego contrataron a médicos para que dijeran que no necesitaba operarse, que la lesión no era tan grave y que podía trabajar en su...

La experiencia de Derick con Donahoe Kearney, PLLC

El caso de un electricista sindicalizado que se resbaló y cayó en una obra en D.C. y se lesionó el cuello. El seguro de accidentes de trabajo se lo negó porque había estado en tratamiento activo del dolor durante los últimos 5 años para...

La Experiencia de Joel con Donahoe Kearney, PLLC - DC Compensación de Trabajadores

Este caso nos recuerda por qué lo hacemos

Quiero que conozcas a una de mis clientes actuales, Constanza. Qué se siente cuando una compañía de seguros no te cree, intenta aprovecharse de ti o simplemente te hace la vida imposible cuando te enfrentas a una lesión grave....

DC Workers’ Comp Case Settles for Construction Worker

DC Workers’ Compensation Win – Benefits Awarded for Both Original and Related Injuries After a serious work accident left this construction worker unable to return to work after an injury to their right knee, our client needed...