Winning Against the Odds
Gerald’s Success in Securing the Medical Treatment He Deserved
One particular case with our client, Gerald, shows the consequences of a South Carolina workers’ compensation insurance company’s prolonged resistance to providing necessary medical care and how our commitment to him ultimately led to a favorable outcome. One day, while assisting a coworker in moving two large, heavy trash cans up a flight of stairs using a hand truck, Gerald’s right knee slammed into the steps due to an unexpected yank from his coworker. This injury left him with severe knee pain, particularly when squatting, kneeling, twisting, or turning. For months, Gerald followed the treatment plans the workers’ compensation doctors prescribed. However, despite his efforts, his knee showed no signs of improvement. The insurance company’s doctors refused to recommend surgery, even though all other treatments had failed. To make matters worse, the defense questioned Gerald’s
character and accused him of faking the severity of his injury.
medical history, which demonstrated that nothing else had worked, the insurance company finally agreed to cover the surgery and related treatments. We made sure the insurance company paid every penny of Gerald’s medical bills. Once Gerald completed his treatment, we negotiated a settlement close to our original offer. Our determination to fight for what was right ultimately overcame the insurance company’s initial refusals. Although the settlement wasn’t enormous, we took pride in standing up for Gerald and securing the medical care and compensation he deserved.
Desperate for relief, Gerald took matters into his own hands. Using his personal health insurance, he sought an independent opinion from a local orthopedist. An MRI revealed tears in both the lateral and medial meniscus of his knee. The orthopedist determined that surgery was necessary. We presented this compelling evidence to the insurance company, even offering a cash settlement that would allow Gerald to cover the cost of the surgery and potentially save the insurance company money. They still refused. Undeterred, we prepared for a contested hearing. During the deposition, the independent orthopedist finally reached his limit when repeatedly questioned about his decision to recommend surgery. Faced with this convincing testimony and our comprehensive presentation of Gerald’s
*Past outcomes don’t guarantee future results. Every case is different, and all cases depend on unique facts and laws.
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“The Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love.” –Psalm 147:11 “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” –Isaiah 40:31 “But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me. ” –Micah 7:7
• 6 cups sliced fresh peaches • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cut into pieces
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1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp butter, melted
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375 F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish. 2. In a large bowl, combine peaches, sugar, 2 tbsp flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix until blended, then spoon into prepared dish. 3. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. 4. Cut in butter with forks or pastry knife until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 5. Add milk and stir until just blended. 6. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto peach mixture and drizzle melted butter on top. 7. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until top is golden brown.
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