Galveston County, Texas

Premises Liability.  Personal injury.  Head and back injury from fall at Valero Energy Texas City refinery, 21 y.o. victim.

August 2008

• Lead Counsel at trial for defendant Valero Energy.
• Developed case strategy, took all depositions, and responsible for pre-trial matters.
• Successfully prosecuted complete indemnification in favor of Valero from sub-contractor co-defendant through contract indemnification provision, covering all potential liability and all legal expenses.  Valero insisted on continued representation through trial even though indemnification was guaranteed.

Obtained non-suit with prejudice for Valero Energy on 1st day of trial.

Trial result.  Plaintiff verdict $1,400,000 against remaining defendants.