Case Results for Oceanside Personal Injury Lawyer Russell Kohn
The true measure of an attorney's success is his or her case results. Russell Kohn has been instrumental in helping numerous individuals obtain compensation for their injuries.
$1,000,000 Awarded to Man Rear-ended in Auto Accident
In 2000, Oceanside personal injury lawyer Russell Kohn recovered $1,000,000 for a 50-year-old man seriously injured in a rear-end auto collision. As a result of the accident, the man suffered extensive neck and back injuries and required surgery. He continued to suffer severe pain, mild cognitive impairment, depression, and insomnia which led to two suicide attempts. The defendant claimed that another automobile pulled abruptly from the curb into his path, causing him to swerve and collide with the plaintiff's vehicle. The defendant also argued that the severity of the plaintiff's injuries was not consistent with the minimal damage the plaintiff's vehicle sustained.
$840,000 Settlement for Motor Vehicle Accident Victims
In this case, Mr. Kohn helped an injured couple recover approximately $125,000 in medical expenses as well as $715,000 in additional compensation for injuries sustained in a collision with a vehicle operated by an army attorney. The defendant pulled away from a stop sign and made a left turn in the path of the plaintiffs' oncoming vehicle. As a result of the accident, the 50-year-old wife suffered neck, shoulder, and back injuries which required three major surgeries to correct. The defendant, represented by the United States government, contended that one of the needed surgeries could not be traced to the collision. After two settlement hearings, the couple was able to obtain compensation for medical expenses as well as the costs of future, necessary surgeries, and lost wages for both the wife and husband.
$465,000 Settlement for Woman Injured in Fall
An Oceanside woman suffered severe fractures after falling from her home's second-story window. The 51-year-old plaintiff stepped out of her bedroom window onto a narrow pot shelf in order to reach the outside glass which needed cleaning. The pot shelf was enclosed by a short wrought-iron railing. After cleaning the window, she leaned against the railing as she was climbing back inside. When the railing suddenly swung open like a gate, the woman lost her balance and fell backward onto her garage and then dropped 12 feet to her driveway. The fall resulted in fractures in her knee, shoulder, and face. The housing developer and subcontractor responsible for the iron railing were both named as defendants in the suit. They contended local building codes required the railing to open in order to provide adequate fire escape, and further argued that they could not foresee an individual climbing outside onto the pot shelf as the plaintiff had done. The matter was resolved through mediation.
$485,000 Awarded to Woman Injured in Motor Vehicle Accident
In 2003, Oceanside personal injury lawyer Russell Kohn helped a 39-year-old wife and mother obtain a $485,000 settlement for injuries sustained in a head-on motor vehicle collision. Though liability was not an issue, the severity of the injuries were contested; the woman had collided with a tree only eight months earlier and suffered injuries to the same leg as in the second collision. She eventually required a total knee replacement. The defense argued that she would have required a total knee replacement within five years even if the second accident had not happened. The plaintiff's own expert orthopedist agreed that she probably would have required such procedure absent the second collision, but not until much later in life. The claim was ultimately settled in private mediation.
$350,000 Personal Injury Settlement for Assault Victim
A 51-year-old painter sustained serious injuries when he was assaulted by employees of a plumbing subcontractor. The victim was pushed to the ground and repeatedly punched, kicked, and beaten with a metal extension pole. As a result of the attack, the plaintiff suffered severe knee, shoulder, and forearm injuries. Several surgeries were needed to repair the knee and shoulder. The severity of the injuries required the plaintiff to also undergo lengthy physical therapy combined with drug treatment. He was, however, unable to return to his work as a painter. His settlement included compensation for medical bills, lost earnings, and pain and suffering.
$315,000 Settlement for Man Injured by Drunk Driver
In 1998, Mr. Kohn helped a 64-year-old limousine driver recover $315,000 in compensation for injuries sustained in a rear-end freeway collision caused by a drunk driver. The victim suffered extensive back injury. Due to a pre-existing heart condition, he was unable to undergo surgery for his injury and experienced continued back pain as a result.
$302,000 Awarded to Dog Bite Victim
While walking his poodle, a 71-year-old man was attacked by a pit bull. The pit bull knocked the man to the ground, fracturing his hip. When the victim was found, more than 30 minutes later, he had suffered deep puncture wounds and lacerations to both arms. His wounds required significant stitching. As a result of the hip fracture, he was forced to undergo a right hip replacement surgery. The operation necessitated a prolonged hospital stay and further recovery in a nursing home. Personal injury attorney Russell Kohn was able to help the victim obtain $100,000 in both current and future medical expenses. Due to the severity of his injuries, the plaintiff continued to suffer loss of strength in his right leg as well as limited range of motion, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks such as putting on shoes and socks. He was awarded an additional $202,000 for his pain and suffering.
Consult Oceanside Personal Injury Lawyer Russell Kohn
Throughout North County communities such as Encinitas, Carlsbad, and Oceanside, Russell Kohn has earned a remarkable reputation as a premier personal injury lawyer. His record of success demonstrates his dedication to obtaining favorable resolutions for each of his clients, while his honesty and integrity distinguish him as one of the region's most trusted attorneys. If you or a loved one has been a victim of personal injury, contact the Kohn Law Office. Russell Kohn aggressively pursues the justice his clients deserve and the compensation they need.
Kohn Law Office
2170 S El Camino Real, Ste 201
Oceanside, CA 92054
Telephone: 760-721-8182 | Fax: 760-721-5919