Case Results – Proven Success for Our Clients

 

For more than 70 years, Gallon, Takacs & Boissoneault Co., LPA has fought for the rights of injured individuals and families across Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. These personal injury case results reflect decades of courtroom experience, a deep understanding of state and federal injury law, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

These results highlight only a portion of the recoveries we’ve achieved for our clients — from catastrophic highway crashes to complex workplace accidents and wrongful death claims. Every dollar represents accountability and hope for families who turned to us for help.

Over $500 Million Recovered for Our Clients
Proven results in personal injury, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, and Social Security Disability claims.


Wrongful Death Case Results

 

Losing someone you love because of another’s negligence changes everything. That’s why our wrongful death lawyers help families in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana find answers, hold the responsible parties accountable, and ultimately, recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, and the emotional toll of their loss.

Recent Wrongful Death Case Results

    • $2,000,000 – Daughter killed in an apartment fire at college housing.

    • $900,000 – Transit authority bus accident causes fatal injuries.

    • $400,000 – Worker falls from unsafe ladder that violated OSHA standards.

    • $400,000 – 17-year-old electrocuted due to unsafe wiring.

    • $400,000 – Employee crushed in a stamping press after a safety system failed.


Auto and Truck Accident Case Results

 

Car and truck crashes can change lives in seconds. Because of this, our auto accident lawyers represent victims across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones due to careless or reckless driving. In each case, we hold drivers, trucking companies, and insurers responsible for the harm they cause — and we fight to secure full compensation for our clients.

Recent Auto and Truck Case Results

  • $2,500,000 – Pickup truck lost control on an icy turnpike, causing severe, disabling injuries.

  • $1,000,000 – Semi-truck collision led to leg amputation.

  • $885,000 – Head-on collision caused bilateral foot fractures and lasting impairment.

  • $700,000 – Left-of-center driver caused a fatal head-on crash.

  • $650,000 – Stop-sign violation resulted in crushed pelvis and leg fractures.

  • $600,000 – Wheelchair passenger suffered major injuries due to improper restraints in transport van.

  • $390,000 – Fatal single-vehicle accident caused by driver negligence.

  • $200,000 – T-bone crash led to neck surgery and spinal fusion.


Motorcycle Accident Case Results

 

Motorcycle crashes are among the most serious accidents on the road. Since riders lack the protection of a vehicle, injuries are often catastrophic. Our motorcycle accident lawyers stand up to insurance companies and negligent drivers to help injured riders and their families recover medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term care costs. Above all, we fight to make sure their stories are heard and their rights protected.

Recent Motorcycle Case Results

  • $1,250,000 – Truck pulling an equipment trailer failed to yield, killing the motorcyclist.

  • $1,000,000 – T-bone collision caused a severe arm fracture and post-surgical embolism resulting in death.

  • $160,000 – Driver pulled out of a parking lot, causing a crash and arm injury requiring surgery.

  • $100,000 – Head injury and rib fractures from a violent motorcycle collision.


Construction and Workplace Accident Case Results

 

Construction sites and industrial workplaces are some of the most dangerous environments in the country. Each day, workers face risks from heavy machinery, unsafe conditions, and employer negligence. That’s why our construction accident and workers’ compensation lawyers represent injured laborers, contractors, and union workers across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan — fighting for the benefits and settlements they deserve.

Recent Construction and Workplace Case Results

  • $2,440,000 – Steel load fell from a trailer, crushing a truck driver’s foot.

  • $2,250,000 – Crane collapse at a construction site caused a worker’s death.

  • $1,500,000 – Multiple surgeries required after leg fracture and nerve damage on the job.

  • $950,000 – Steel tubing crushed both legs, resulting in amputation.

  • $750,000 – Worker killed after falling while assembling industrial equipment.

  • $600,000 – Forklift accident caused back injury requiring surgery.

  • $425,000 – Foot crushed by a slipping load during unloading.

  • $265,000 – Roofer fell due to missing fall-protection equipment.


Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home Neglect Case Results

When a doctor, hospital, or nursing home fails to provide proper care, the results can be devastating. Because of that negligence, patients and residents may face lifelong injuries, complications, or even death. For this reason, our medical malpractice and nursing home neglect lawyers hold healthcare providers accountable and help families across Ohio and Michigan recover the compensation they deserve.

Recent Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home Case Results

  • $725,000 – Neurosurgeon’s negligence caused permanent injury.

  • $375,000 – Nerve damage from an improper antibiotic injection.

  • $330,000 – Flash fire in the operating room caused severe facial burns.

  • $275,000 – Failure to treat an infection led to death.

  • $180,000 – Nursing home resident suffered a head injury after a preventable fall.

  • $140,000 – Resident fractured leg in an unexplained nursing home fall.


Premises Liability and Slip & Fall Case Results

 

Property owners and managers are responsible for keeping their buildings and walkways safe. When they fail to fix hazards or warn visitors, serious injuries can happen. As a result, our premises liability and slip-and-fall lawyers help injured tenants, guests, and workers recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, and lasting pain caused by unsafe conditions.

Recent Premises Liability and Slip & Fall Case Results

  • $700,000 – Fall on black ice at an apartment complex caused permanent nerve damage.

  • $450,000 – Blind tenant injured after falling on unsafe rental property stairs.

  • $400,000 – Porch railing collapse led to paralysis.

  • $120,000 – Defective staircase caused rib fractures and knee injuries.


Defective Product and Equipment Case Results

 

People trust that the products and equipment they use every day are safe. However, when a design flaw or missing safety warning leads to injury, manufacturers and distributors must be held accountable. That’s why our product liability lawyers represent consumers and workers across Ohio and Michigan who have been seriously hurt by defective machinery, medical devices, and unsafe products.

Recent Product Liability Case Results

  • $390,000 – Mini cannon explosion at a campground caused serious abdominal injury.

  • $233,250 – Defective hip implant required replacement surgery.

  • $80,000 – Faulty footwear caused a fall and lower-leg fracture.


Farm, Boating, and Recreational Accident Case Results

Accidents involving farm equipment, watercraft, or recreational vehicles can cause devastating injuries. In these situations, our personal injury lawyers represent victims and families across Ohio and Michigan who have been hurt due to defective machinery, unsafe equipment, or operator negligence. Furthermore, we fight to recover compensation for medical care, lost income, and long-term recovery needs.

Recent Farm, Boating, and Recreational Case Results

  • $475,000 – Farmworker crushed by a defective corn picker.

  • $400,000 – Fatal grain auger accident caused by mechanical failure.

  • $300,000 – Hunter suffered shotgun injuries to the leg in a hunting accident.

  • $235,000 – Jet ski crash caused hip and pelvis fractures.


 

A History of Fighting for the Injured

 

Every case you see here represents a real person, a real family, and a story that changed someone’s life. Behind each verdict and settlement, there are months — sometimes years — of fear, recovery, and resilience.

At Gallon, Takacs & Boissoneault, we understand that every number tells a human story. These results aren’t just figures on a page; they reflect families who placed their trust in us during the hardest moments of their lives. Across communities — from Toledo and Maumee to Defiance, Fremont, Findlay, Lima, Mansfield, Sandusky, and Monroe, Michigan — we’ve stood beside people seeking answers, justice, and hope.

For more than 70 years, our attorneys have fought for injured individuals and grieving families throughout Northwest Ohio, Southeast Michigan, and Northeast Indiana. Ultimately, each recovery stands as proof of what experience, compassion, and relentless advocacy can achieve.

Real Cases. Real Families. Real Results.


Standing With You After an Injury

 

If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, you don’t have to face the system alone. In the days and weeks that follow an accident, the situation can feel overwhelming — from mounting medical bills to time away from work and the uncertainty of what comes next.

At Gallon, Takacs & Boissoneault, our personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation attorneys have decades of experience representing clients across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Because we’ve seen how much an accident can affect your life — physically, emotionally, and financially — we’re here to guide you through every step. From start to finish, we’ll handle the paperwork, the insurance calls, and the negotiations, ensuring your rights are protected. That way, you can focus on healing while we focus on results.

Call 419-843-6663 or request a free consultation online.

There are no upfront fees, and you pay nothing unless we win.

Your recovery is our mission — and your trust is our greatest result.


Disclaimer

 

Case results are based on specific facts and circumstances unique to each client.
Past results do not guarantee or predict similar outcomes in future cases.