$475,000 for man injured in fall - Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC

Settlement Amount: $475,000
Back & Spinal-Cord Injuries
Product Liability

Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner attorney Dean Brett (Retired) was contacted by a man who had suffered a serious spinal cord injury after falling when the exercise machine he had recently purchased broke, throwing him to the floor.

The stair climber, which our client had purchased fully assembled, collapsed when one of the plastic steps snapped. Our client fell and struck his head and shoulder.

Dean collected the pieces of the broken machine and had them inspected, proving that the defect was caused at the factory when a worker over-tightened the bolts, causing cracks that grew over time and allowed the screws to pull out.

The fall caused a spinal cord injury that required surgery and extensive medical treatment, resulting in more than $95,000 in medical bills and the loss of his long-standing job as a heavy equipment operator.

Dean took on the insurance company of the major company that manufactured the defective machine, and secured a $475,000 settlement for his client.

David Brown and Judy Wagner are the DREAM TEAM! They are amazing! They listened, kept me informed, walked me through the whole process, they were so kind and caring and because of David and Judy, I was able to receive a much larger settlement than I expected. I am truly so thankful for them.

— Kim Chastain

David Brown was a phenomenal lawyer, getting us the best settlement possible after our son was injured in a dog attack. Cannot day enough good things about him and his team. Thank you David & Judy!!

— Christy Kivari

I hired Adam Engst six years ago after I was in a car accident. I injured my neck and back and have struggled with for many issues since my accident. Adam fought hard for my settlement for six years and got me more money than I could’ve imagined. He also continued to fight for me after my settlement closed for overpayment to care providers. He and his paralegal Nichole are absolutely amazing. I cannot recommend him enough!!

— Holly Braaten

Working with David Brown empowered us to understand the legal processes we encountered to make informed and appropriate decisions. His ability to make complex things simple was truly remarkable. David was excellent with his communication, support and expertise throughout the process.

— A Butcher

After a serious biking accident, my wife and I thought it would be simple dealing with insurance companies. Well, it's not! We are so thankful we hired a personal injury attorney. Matt Conner helped us navigate this complicated process as I was recovering from multiple injuries. We appreciated his expertise and compassion, as well as the clear communication with both Matt and his excellent paralegal, Maddi. We highly recommend Matt Conner and his team!

— John E

Matt and the team at BMBC were terrific! Highly recommend! They are so nice, and a great pleasure to work with. We had a matter that required his expertise. My wife and I are so thankful for his care, compassion and understanding. He listened and heard our concerns, and through his skill and experience, was able to advocate very effectively on our behalf. Along the way, he and the staff were kind and attentive, and everything you'd want from a law firm in our circumstances. Thank you!!

— Scott R

Thank you Matt Conner and team (especially Lauren and Maddie). You patiently navigated through all the obstacles to get the best possible outcome for me and my case. Anyone going through the trauma of injury from an accident can expect the utmost compassion, professionalism and honesty from Matt and his team. I highly recommend this firm.

— Diane K

I had the opportunity to work with Matt Conner after I was the victim of a DUI collision in downtown Bellingham. My car was totaled, and I sustained injuries as a result of the accident. I almost didn’t make the call to Matt, but I am truly grateful that I did.

From the beginning, Matt was compassionate, responsive, and incredibly helpful. He guided me through every step of the process with clear communication and sound advice. Anytime I had questions, he was quick to respond and always took the time to ensure I understood my options.

Matt’s professionalism, combined with his genuine care for ME, made a difficult situation much more manageable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation.

— Michael

$475,000 for man injured in fall caused by defective stair climber suffers spinal cord injury