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http://www.spanglaw.com 216-696-3232 Spangenberg Shibley & Liber in Cleveland, Ohio handles civil litigation matters, including personal injury, product liability and medical malpractice. Contact the experienced trial attorneys for representation.

Verdicts & Settlements

• $15 million judgment against a trucking company for tractor trailer collision resulting in wrongful death and personal injuries.

• $8.5 million medical malpractice settlement for delay in evaluating spinal hematoma resulting in quadriplegia.

• $5.1 million medical malpractice verdict, including interest on the judgment, for failure to diagnose injury to the common bile duct. Case went to the Ohio Supreme Court on appeal which held for the Plaintiff.

• $5 million settlement for Vioxx users who suffered heart attacks and strokes.

• $4.8 million medical malpractice verdict, including interest on the judgment, for the wrongful death of a patient who died of a preventable heart attack.

• $4.8 settlement for medical malpractice of a neurologist who verified to the Division of Motor Vehicles that his patient was safe to drive despite uncontrolled seizures and non-compliance with taking seizure medication. Plaintiff was rendered quadriplegic when the neurologist’s patient collided into the back of Plaintiff’s car after losing control of his vehicle during a seizure

• $4.5 million settlement for medical malpractice and wrongful death of pregnant mother who died of thiamine deficiency due to severe vomiting during pregnancy.

• $4.1 million settlement on behalf of a group of creditors who were deceived into extending credit to a mutual customer based on false and misleading financial information provided to them by a bank.

• $2.7 million verdict in federal court for the wrongful death and personal injuries in a trucking accident.

• $2.7 million settlement for wrongful death caused by defectively designed 55 gallon pump.

• $2.6 million settlement against a West Virginia County Sheriff’s Department and Deputy for wrongfully shooting criminal suspect in the back rendering him a permanent quadriplegic

• $2.35 million settlement for products liability suit against auto manufacturer arising from severe brain injury suffered in single car crash caused by defective steering system.

Cleveland Truck Accident Attorney

In any accident involving a large commercial truck or 18-wheeler, the potential for serious injury is extremely high. Victims' lives can be changed in an instant with little chance of ever making a complete recovery. When truck accidents happen as the result of another party's negligence, victims have the right to seek full compensation for their medical care and any financial losses they have suffered, including time away from work, property damage and other considerations.

Contact us for a free consultation if you have been injured or a loved one has been killed in a serious truck accident.

Stuart E ScottUnderstanding the root cause of a truck accident helps to create the right strategy for seeking complete compensation on behalf of an injury victim. Our law firm has access to a broad network of accident reconstructionists and other experts specializing in trucking crashes who can help us gain a complete understanding of how your accident occurred, explain who was responsible, and why. — Partner Stuart E. Scott

Committed to the Rights of Truck Accident Victims

At Spangenberg Shibley & Liber, we have a great deal of respect for the drivers of large commercial vehicles. Their level of skill and commitment to the safety of other motorists are undeniable. When accidents happen, however, victims need a powerful voice that can help to ensure their rights are protected. We commit ourselves to securing full and fair compensation for victims who were injured in accidents that could have been avoided were it not for the negligence of another party.

Potential Causes of Truck Accidents

We conduct a complete investigation in every case to determine exactly how the accident occurred and who was responsible. We have experience handling cases involving truck accidents that arise from a variety of causes, including the following:

In many motor vehicle accident cases, the opposition will attempt to avoid its responsibility by presenting a case that implies the accident was your fault. We understand how the insurance company lawyers operate, and we utilize proven strategies to protect your interests at every stage. Our attorneys are skilled litigators who prepare every case as if it is going to trial, and our opponents know that we will not hesitate to go to court if a fair settlement agreement cannot be reached.

Experienced, Sophisticated, Reputable

Spangenberg Shibley & Liber is a highly regarded personal injury law firm with a well-earned reputation as unfaltering client advocates. Our attorneys have successfully resolved cases against some of the largest insurance companies in the industry. For more than 65 years, we have been providing sophisticated legal representation and fighting for maximum results on behalf of injury victims. We were one of the first civil litigation firms to take on individual and mass tort cases that have had a lasting impact on how negligence laws have been shaped over the past several decades.

Free Consultation • Contingency Fees • Spanish and Ukrainian Interpreters

Our Ohio lawyers offer free, confidential consultations to determine whether your trucking accident claim has merit. Please contact us as soon as possible to avoid deadlines that may exclude you from filing a claim. We handle cases such as these on a contingency basis, so if we tell you that you have a legitimate claim, you can rest assured that we will be prepared to move forward without charging you attorneys' fees. You owe us only if we win.

Remember, if you have a claim, there is most likely a statute of limitations clock running, after which you won't have the right to file a lawsuit. Protect your rights by contacting us today or calling us at (888) 633-0360.

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