Our client fell on a city sidewalk that lacked adequate handrails. Horst Shewmaker filed suit against the city and attempted mediation, which the city constantly cancelled. After submitting a settlement offer, our team secured $59,999.99 for our client.
In early 2021, our client was at work when he slipped on the sidewalk. The section of the sidewalk was a ramp, but did not have adequate handrails. Our client’s pain levels were severe, interfering with work and home life.
Our client sustained injuries to his back and head resulting in daily severe pain. He went to the hospital for assessment of his injuries, who recommended he meet with an orthopedic surgeon for assessment of his injuries. Our client went to Urgent Care, received an MRI. He then started treatment with an orthopedist who referred him for physical therapy, further imaging and pain management.
Our firm mailed an ante-litem notice to the city where the injury occurred. This notice was ignored, so our firm filed suit against the city. Following litigation, our firm did discovery and attempted to schedule negotiation for our client. When attempts to schedule mediation were repeatedly canceled, we sent an offer of settlement for $59,999.99 to put pressure on the city, and it was accepted.
