Real Case Results From Serious Injury Cases

See the results Tomkiel & Tomkiel has secured for injured workers and families across Westchester, including construction accidents, vehicle collisions, and premises liability cases.

Featured Case Results

These results highlight serious injury cases involving construction accidents, vehicle collisions, and unsafe property conditions. Each case involves real facts, real defendants, and real outcomes.

Construction and Workplace Accident Results

$5.26M

Workplace Construction Accident

A worker suffered severe, permanent injuries due to unsafe jobsite conditions. The defense contested liability throughout. Tomkiel & Tomkiel litigated to maximum recovery.

$5.25M

Electric Shock and Ladder Fall

A worker was electrocuted and fell from a ladder, sustaining spinal and neurological injuries. New York Labor Law established liability against the site owner and general contractor.

$3.21M

Roof Fall Injury

A carpenter fell from a roof and suffered multiple fractures and serious back injuries. New York Labor Law Section 240 applied.

$2.7M

Construction Filter Explosion

A worker was seriously injured in an on-site explosion. Understanding New York Labor Law's application to this specific incident was central to recovery.

$2.7M

Construction Fall Injury

A worker suffered major injuries after an unsafe fall on an active job site. New York Labor Law Section 240 established liability.

$2M

Ladder Malfunction Injury

A worker was seriously injured when a defective ladder failed on an active job site. Liability was established and full recovery secured.

$2.1M

Scaffold Tip-Over Fall

A worker fell from a scaffold that tipped over on a job site, sustaining a severe heel fracture and related injuries.

Premises Liability and Slip & Fall Results

$1.75M

Icy Stairway Slip and Fall

A visitor fell on an icy stairway on a property the owner had failed to maintain. Liability was established under New York premises liability law.

Transportation and Train Accident Results

$2.99M

Train Accident Collision

A passenger was seriously injured in a train collision. The railroad attempted to minimize the injuries. Tomkiel & Tomkiel secured nearly $3 million for the client.

Document with checkmark and gavel icon, suggesting legal review or approval

More Case Results

These additional results reflect the full breadth of injury cases handled by Tomkiel & Tomkiel — construction falls, vehicle accidents, premises liability claims, and more. While every case is different, these outcomes show the range of matters the firm has handled and the types of injuries involved.

  • Catastrophic Injury and Medical Cases

    • $140,000,000 — Birth Injury (Cerebral Palsy): Triplets suffered injury due to prenatal care failures.
    • $60,000,000 — Birth Injury (Delivery Negligence): Brainstem injury resulting from delivery mismanagement.
    • $13,000,000 — Delayed Diagnosis (Meningitis): Failure to diagnose caused permanent hearing loss.
    • $950,000 — Missed Cancer Diagnosis: Failure to diagnose resulted in serious harm.

  • Construction and Workplace Injury Cases

    • $7,300,000 — Ladder Fall (Brain and Spine Injuries): Worker fell and suffered serious neurological damage.
    • $1,500,000 — Roof Fall Fracture: Carpenter fell through a roof sustaining multiple fractures.
    • $1,250,000 — Scaffold Fall Arm Fracture: Worker suffered severe arm injury in a fall from scaffold.
    • $1,100,000 — Stair Collapse Injury: Stair collapse caused spinal injury on a job site.
    • $1,100,000 — Oil Truck Fall Injury: Driver fell from a truck while working and was seriously injured.
    • $850,000 — Carpenter Fall Disc Injury: Fall caused spinal disc damage.
    • $808,000 — 9/11 World Trade Center Worker Injury (Pro Bono): Worker injured during the World Trade Center response.
    • $750,000 — Scaffold Fall Head Injury: Worker suffered head trauma in a fall from scaffold.
    • $750,000 — Equipment Explosion Burn Injury: Equipment operator suffered severe burns.
    • $700,000 — Electrician Ladder Fall: Fall from ladder resulted in serious back injury.
    • $630,000 — Scaffold Fall Groin Injury: Worker suffered severe groin injury in a scaffold fall.
    • $600,000 — Tree Cutting Injury: Worker injured while assisting a homeowner.
    • $550,000 — Defective Ladder Fall: Defective ladder caused a fall resulting in multiple fractures.
    • $500,000 — Scaffold Fall Low Back Injury: Worker injured in a fall from height.
    • $500,000 — Hand Crush Injury: Worker's hand was crushed during a job site accident.
    • $500,000 — Construction Equipment Hand Injury: Worker suffered nerve damage from falling equipment.
    • $450,000 — Stair Fall Injury: Worker fell and injured lower back.
    • $385,000 — Explosion Facial Injury: Worker suffered a broken jaw in an on-site explosion.
    • $375,000 — Falling Object Head Injury: Worker struck by falling material on an active job site.
    • $368,000 — Roofer Fall Heel Fracture: Fall from roof resulted in severe foot injury.
    • $305,000 — Falling Plank Injury: Worker struck by a falling plank and injured back.

  • Premises Liability and Slip and Fall Cases

    • $999,000 — Store Slip and Fall Knee Injury: Slip led to knee replacement surgery and complications.
    • $950,000 — Student Assault Vision Loss: Negligent supervision led to severe eye injury.
    • $900,000 — Falling Debris Injury: Pedestrian struck by falling building material.
    • $302,000 — Trip on Wiring Debris: Fall caused serious back injury.
    • $285,000 — Stair Fall Facial Injury: Fall caused dental damage and facial injury.
    • $250,000 — Chemical Exposure Injury: Firefighter developed a heart condition from chemical exposure.
    • $175,000 — Elevator Malfunction Injury: Worker injured due to a faulty elevator.
    • $173,000 — Stair Fall Leg Fracture: Tenant injured in a fall on stairs.
    • $147,000 — Ice Slip Fall Injury: Dog walker fractured an ankle in a slip and fall.
    • $140,000 — Supermarket Slip and Fall: Back injury resulting from an unsafe condition.
    • $137,000 — Sidewalk Ice Fall: Pedestrian injured in a fall on icy sidewalk.
    • $110,000 — Sidewalk Trip Injury: Shoulder dislocation resulting from a sidewalk fall.

  • Motor Vehicle and Transportation Cases

    • $580,000 — Truck Accident Back Injury: Driver injured in a commercial vehicle crash.
    • $500,000 — Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle: Severe leg fracture from a collision.
    • $500,000 — Truck Passenger Injury: Back injury sustained in a crash.
    • $290,000 — Bus Driver Accident Injury: Back injury from a crash.
    • $275,000 — Car Accident Fractures: Driver suffered leg and spine injuries.
    • $225,000 — Pedestrian Ankle Fracture: Pedestrian struck by a vehicle.
    • $166,000 — Truck Fall Arm Fracture: Worker fell from a vehicle while working.
    • $100,000 — School Bus Accident Injury: Student injured in a bus crash.

Disclaimer

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and depends on its specific facts, applicable law, and other factors. The results listed on this page are based on the unique circumstances of each case and should not be interpreted as a prediction or promise of future results.

FAQ 

Construction worker in orange safety vest sits on rubble near heavy machinery, shielding his eyes from the sun

Questions About Personal Injury Settlements

  • What determines how much a personal injury case is worth?

    Several factors shape settlement value: the severity and permanence of the injury, the clarity of liability, the insurance policy limits of the at-fault party, the impact on the victim's ability to work, and the strength of the legal theory applied. In construction cases, New York Labor Law Sections 240 and 241(6) can significantly increase recoverable damages by establishing absolute liability against property owners and general contractors — which is why construction settlements at this firm tend to be the largest.

  • Why do construction accident settlements tend to be higher than other injury cases?

    New York's Scaffold Law — Labor Law Section 240 — imposes absolute liability on property owners and general contractors when a worker is injured in a fall or by a falling object on a job site. That means the injured worker does not need to prove the owner was negligent in the traditional sense. The law places the burden squarely on the party in control of the site. That legal framework, when applied correctly, produces the kind of results you see on this page.

  • Does a large settlement mean the case went to trial?

    Not necessarily. Many significant settlements are reached through negotiation — but only when the opposing side knows the firm on the other side is prepared and willing to go to trial. Insurance companies track which attorneys actually litigate and which ones routinely accept early offers. Tomkiel & Tomkiel has a documented trial record. That record influences what the other side puts on the table.

  • How long does a personal injury case take to resolve?

    It depends on the complexity of the case, the severity of the injuries, and whether liability is disputed. Some cases settle within months. Others — particularly catastrophic injury and construction accident matters with well-funded defense teams — can take several years. The firm does not pressure clients into early settlements to close files quickly. Cases are resolved when the recovery reflects what the injury is actually worth.

  • Is there any cost to find out if I have a case?

    None. The consultation is free, handled directly by an attorney, and carries no obligation. If Tomkiel & Tomkiel takes the case, the firm works on contingency — meaning there is no fee of any kind unless compensation is recovered for you.

  • Do these results mean my case will settle for a similar amount?

    Past results are not a guarantee of future outcomes. Every case turns on its own facts — the nature of the injury, the applicable law, the parties involved, and the evidence available. What these results do demonstrate is that this firm pursues maximum recovery and does not accept lowball offers on behalf of its clients.

See Similar Cases, Then Talk to a Lawyer

If you see a case like yours here, the next step is understanding how your situation compares. These results can provide a general sense of value and case type, but the details of your situation matter.