Case Results
Trevino Law has recovered more than $55 Million in settlement money for its injured clients
$13,000,000
Construction Accident
Our client suffered devastating head, neck, and back injuries after falling 16 feet from a roof. His employer had instructed him to perform work on the roof, an activity outside his normal duties, without providing any fall restraint equipment or proper safety training. Initially, the insurance company denied coverage, asserted the employer’s lack of liability, and claimed the injuries were attributable to pre-existing conditions. They further attempted to deflect blame by alleging a subsequent car accident caused the injuries, despite the absence of any medical treatment following that incident. After an arduous 18-month battle and overcoming their repeated attempts to obfuscate the truth, we compelled the employer and insurance company to acknowledge their negligence. Ultimately, they were forced to admit that the employer’s actions had irrevocably altered our client’s life, and he deserved full compensation.
$8,500,000
Rear-ended by Delivery Vehicle
A mother and her two children were waiting to turn into the church parking lot for Wednesday night Bible classes when their vehicle was struck from behind by a van operated by a major national delivery company. A local attorney approached me to serve as lead counsel on this case, which was already ten months old. I immediately launched an investigation, including requesting an inspection of the delivery van, which had been impounded for the duration since the accident. After conducting a comprehensive background check on the driver, I, along with two expert witnesses and the delivery company’s attorney, inspected the vehicle. We discovered that the driver had concealed two glass pipes and several marijuana roaches within the van immediately following the collision. We arranged for these items to be preserved and tested, which confirmed the presence of THC.
Following the filing of the lawsuit and setting an immediate trial date, our investigation revealed a deeply disturbing pattern. The delivery company had failed to conduct proper background checks on its workforce of over 120,000 drivers nationwide. Astonishingly, they had outsourced their entire background check and hiring process in an attempt to insulate themselves from liability for negligent hiring. We successfully demonstrated that the company violated its own policies by hiring the driver despite prior drug convictions. Furthermore, compelling evidence indicated the driver was under the influence of drugs at the time of the collision.”
Facing imminent depositions after desperate attempts to delay trial, the defendants contacted me on Sunday with a settlement offer that our clients accepted.
$6,300,000
Trucking Accident
While returning from his grandson’s basketball game in Houston, our client suffered a catastrophic collision on Highway 290 near Bryan, Texas, when an 18-wheeler suddenly pulled out in front of him. Through diligent investigation, we identified a Houston-based company as one of the truck’s owners, enabling us to establish venue in a more favorable jurisdiction than Bryan. We strategically filed suit in Houston and successfully maintained the case there. Our client sustained devastating and life-altering injuries. Working closely with his family, we meticulously documented his arduous recovery process and the incredible resilience he demonstrated in his pursuit of regaining his previous functionality. This compelling narrative was captured in a powerful video presentation that showcased the true human cost of the incident. By aggressively challenging the trucking company’s defenses and presenting a comprehensive case, we secured a $6 million settlement, representing the entirety of the available insurance coverage. Furthermore, we obtained an additional $300,000 in Underinsured Motorist (UIM) benefits for our client.
$3,000,000
DWI Victim
Initially offered a mere $75,000 to settle, a case approached its filing deadline when an experienced mediator sought our co-counsel. Despite hesitation, recognizing the case’s potential, we took action. The client was rear-ended by a driver who ran a red light. Police discovered methamphetamine on the driver, who was operating a borrowed vehicle. Despite ongoing pain, our client had only sought minor treatment shortly after the accident, leading to a year and a half of delayed medical care.
We immediately filed suit when the insurance company denied coverage beyond a $500,000 policy, uncovering an umbrella policy that only applied to the vehicle’s owner. We then sued the owner for negligent entrustment, given the driver’s known drug problem. Following a year of intensive discovery, utilizing the driver’s criminal record, we exposed a methamphetamine drug ring extending from San Marcos to Westlake. It appeared the vehicle owner dispatched the driver to distribute drugs, potentially at the time of the collision. One week before mediation, my co-counsel and I located a crucial witness—the driver’s ex-girlfriend—at her San Marcos home. Over an hour and a half, she detailed the drug ring led by the vehicle owner and the driver, which we recorded with her consent and shared with the defense.
This case, initially valued at $75,000, ultimately settled for $3 million without a trial.
$2,650,000
Rear-End Collision
Our client and her daughter, Christian refugees from Iran who spoke little English, were rear-ended at low speed by a large delivery truck. Initially dismissing the incident, the mother went to her night shift at Dell Children’s Hospital. By the end of her shift, she could barely walk, experiencing intense leg pain she couldn’t attribute to any impact during the accident. As days passed, the pain worsened, leaving her bedridden. Hospital tests revealed radiating leg pain stemming from a lower back injury. Though she had experienced back pain five or six years prior, it had resolved without issue. Her doctor determined the recent rear-end collision had aggravated a previously asymptomatic condition. Her son contacted us, and we immediately filed suit.
The defense disregarded the case due to minimal property damage. However, they failed to recognize the heightened vulnerability of individuals with pre-existing conditions to reinjury, even in minor collisions. After an arduous 18-month battle to obtain necessary documents, the driver’s deposition revealed a disturbing pattern. He had been involved in seven collisions within two years before this incident, failed a prior drug test at a previous job (leading to termination just 30 days before his application), and shockingly, was hired without an interview despite disclosing the drug test failure. The company instructed him not to include it on his application. Such practices by companies that prioritize cost-cutting over qualified drivers often lead to severe consequences.
Ultimately, our client required surgery to repair her lower back. Her son took a year off college to care for her, highlighting the sacrifices families make for each other—sacrifices these negligent companies should also be willing to make for those they harm. Following a protracted legal fight, we secured a $2.65 million settlement. Our client received the just compensation she deserved.
$1,700,000
Car Accident
Our clients, a retired firefighter and his wife, were injured when another driver ran a red light. The defendant argued that a sudden medical emergency caused the accident, absolving him of liability. However, by thoroughly examining his hospital records, we demonstrated that the medical emergency was a consequence of the collision, not its cause. After effectively countering several of the insurance company’s tactics, we secured a settlement for the full insurance policy limits of $1.5 million at mediation. Additionally, we obtained $200,000 in Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage for our clients.
$1,275,000
Delivery Truck Collision
Our client, a single mother working two jobs, was injured when a delivery truck failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into her vehicle. She required minor surgery for a back injury. Pleased with the surgical outcome and pain relief, she accepted a settlement of $1.275 million.