Case Results

We are so grateful for the opportunity to help our client win a settlement of $2,226,250.20 including a medical set-aside arrangement. Our client was injured in a catastrophic explosion which resulted in severe burns over 70% of his body that eventually led to the amputation of both his legs. After expensive treatment, procedures and therapy, we were happy to assist him in obtaining a settlement and a life care plan to set him up for all the future necessities.

Attorney Hansford of The Law Offices of Nathaniel F. Hansford was able to assist a client who sustained a catastrophic work injury.Our client suffered a right arm amputation injury when his arm was caught in a meat grinder. Attorney Hansford was able to secure a settlement of $2,127,113.40 which includes an MSA.

We are always so thankful to be able to assist our clients during these difficult times.

Our client had to be extricated from his work vehicle after an 18-wheeler accident. He lost his left arm and suffered various other catastrophic injuries. The settlement amount includes a medical annuity.

Our client worked in sanitation and was standing behind a garbage truck when a car crashed directly into him. He was diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury and eventually had to have both of his lower extremities amputated. After obtaining medical treatment, prosthetics, home and auto accommodations, Mr. Hansford was able to settle this catastrophic case for $1,441,791 which includes the Medicare set aside.

The client cut off multiple fingers while using a hand saw for his employer. He required emergency surgery to reattach his fingers. Our client was told by the insurance company that his left-hand injury was not compensable because he was an independent contractor. Attorney McDaniel aggressively litigated with the insurance company until reaching a resolution of the claim for payment of over $400,000.00 in medical bills and a lump sum settlement of $100,000.00!

Hispanic floor installer stepped on a nail at a job site. What was thought to be a minor infection led a partial foot amputation and subsequent below-the-knee amputation. The insurance company provided the client initial medical treatment but failed to accept the claim as catastrophic. Attorney McDaniel fought aggressively to secure his client the benefits he deserved as a result of this unfortunate injury.

Attorney Wesley B. McDaniel represented an injured worker that was unfortunately involved in a severe, traumatic work-related accident. Mr. McDaniel’s client was operating a plastic-production machine when his arm was pulled into the machine. The client sustained a potentially catastrophic traumatic fracture and crush injury to his dominant hand and forearm. Attorney McDaniel was able to get his client the specific treatment he required as well as a $390,000.00 settlement!

Attorney McDaniel recently secured a $220,000 settlement for a hard-working cable technician, who fell off a 32 foot ladder while performing his normal job duties. His client required initial emergency surgery to repair his fractured pelvis and lumbar spine. Unfortunate complication with post operative treatment led to a diagnosis of lower extremity nerve damage and foot drop. Attorney McDaniel fought tirelessly with the insurance company to secure his client all appropriate medical care, income benefits and durable medical equipment during his lengthy recovery.

This client was a 51-year-old male who is originally from Vietnam with only a high school education from Vietnam with no formal training in English. He has very limited education and transferrable skills. We were in the process of moving forward with litigating this matter for catastrophic designation; however, Mr. Hansford settled this case at this client’s third mediation.

The client sustained his work injuries in 2012, and our office fought hard throughout representation to get this injured worker all the benefits he deserved under the law. As a result, our client was pleased with the outcome.

The Hansford team recently secured a $175,000.00 settlement inclusive of an MSA for an injured restaurant worker who fell off a ladder while changing a light bulb. Attorney McDaniel worked closely with his client’s treating physician to obtain his client alternative treatment for his diagnosis of chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS). This ultimately allow his client to avoid a possible amputation of the foot and be able to maximum his worker’s compensation recovery!

Wes McDaniel recently settled a case for an injured construction worker who sustained a severe foot injury resulting in neuropathy and infection that required multiple surgeries. The insurance company made an initial offer of $30k to settle the claim but after experienced negotiating, Wes was able to obtain a final settlement for our client of $170,000.00.

Attorney Hansford represented an injured worker who was unloading frozen products when he felt a pull in his back. The Claimant’s injuries to his lumbar spine were treated as compensable. The injured worker received extensive medical treatment and TTD Checks. The Claimant underwent a course of conservative treatment including physical therapy and injections without any significant improvement.

Accident happened January 2019. Multiple traumatic injuries, to include L1 vertebral body fracture, right wrist fracture, left wrist fracture, and missing teeth. Mr. Martinez underwent two surgeries to his bilateral wrists, and an anterolateral L1 corpectomy with T12-L2 instrumentation and posterior spinal fusion T12-L2.

Initial offer was $15,000.00, and we eventually settled for $150,000.00.

Attorneys Nate Hansford and Elizabeth Sullivan recently settled a case for an injured worker who fell 25 ft. down an elevator shaft resulting in multiple lower extremity injuries and surgeries. Settled for $145,000.00.

Attorney Wes McDaniel recently settled a case for an injured worker who sustained 3 compensable on-the-job injuries. The initial injury occurred when he was electrocuted and thrown from a ladder, causing multiple cervical and neurological injuries. This injured worker then sustained 2 subsequent injuries after returning to work. Settled for $140,000.00, including an allocation for future medical treatment.

Attorney Elizabeth Sullivan recently represented a client whose occupation was installing cabinets. She was able to obtain a settlement for $140,000.00. The claimant injured his back in a lifting incident at work, and a lumbar fusion was recommended by the authorized treating physician.

Attorney Nathaniel Hansford of The Law Offices of Nathaniel F. Hansford, LLC in Atlanta has secured a $112,500 settlement for a woman who was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint while working. She experienced significant facial and mouth injuries, as well as lasting post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.

Injured worker suffered a crush injury to his hand, and underwent surgery, followed by hand therapy. After a second opinion indicated the injured worker may have Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Attorney Sullivan was able to negotiate a top offer of $110,000.00 to settle the case.

Female client was rear-ended by an 18-wheeler and developed lumbar and cervical radicular pain. An MRI confirmed lumbar disc herniations and eventually the client required a two-level lumbar fusion. Despite a low weekly compensation rate of $200, Attorney McDaniel secured his client a six-figure settlement!

The Hansford Firm recently resolved a claim for a deserving client who sustained significant work-related injuries to his left hip and lower back when he lifted a case of drinks from a sled. After getting his surgery approved and ensuring a successful recovery, we secured a him settlement of $100,000.00.

Repetitive climbing, twisting, and lifting as a wire technician caused injuries to neck, low back, and left shoulder. The injured worker underwent aggressive physical therapy and was provided injections. After a second opinion indicated the injured worker may need a cervical fusion, Attorney Sullivan was able to negotiate a top offer of $99,000.00 to settle the case.

Attorney Elizabeth Sullivan recently settled a claim for a mechanic who suffered a left arm injury, and subsequently underwent multiple surgeries under workers' compensation to regain motion and strength. The case settled for $95,000.00.

Attorney Elizabeth Sullivan recently settled a claim wherein the claimant suffered an aggravation of a pre-existing back condition at work, and needed back surgery. Her client worked in shipping and processing and did a lot of repetitive work. The case settled for $90,000.00.

Attorney Wes McDaniel secured medical treatment benefits and an $85,000 settlement for a worker who suffered neck, upper arm, and bodily injuries while working on a transformer that broke. He attempted to return to work after a few months of rest, but the injury was worsened, which made it even more crucial for our team to land this victory.