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Worker Injured In Commercial Laundry Machine Accident

A 45 year old laundry factory worker on Long Island was nearly crushed to death when the chain on an elevating conveyor machine snapped, and the over 2,000 pound conveyor fell on top of the worker. Mechanical Engineer and Metallurgical experts were retained to prove fault on the four involved equipment manufacturers and installers. Life Care Planner and Economist experts were retained to prove the future medical needs and costs as well as the lifetime lost earnings amount.The client suffered 25 serious fractures and required 5 major surgeries.Countless hours of depositions were taken of all involved parties. A mediation to resolve the case was not successful, and a trial was necessary.After over two weeks of trial, a Nassau County jury rendered a verdict in favor of our client. They found all defendants partially responsible, and the client free from any fault.

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