Attorney George P. Vourvoulias III's Legal Cases

Slip and fall accident

Simmons v. The Boston Restaurant, LLC, et al

Aug 15, 2018

OUTCOME: $443,000.00 Settlement

Client slipped and fell at a restaurant after water began pouring into the restaurant from the wall and roof during a heavy downpour and onto Plaintiff's table and booth. Defendant's employee's were ... aware of the water but failed to adequately take precautions to safely remove Plaintiff from the slippery and dangerous condition, resulting in the slip, fall and injuries. Defendant attempted to claim Plaintiff was 100% at fault but ultimately paid a significant settlement on the eve of trial. Ballgame.

Litigation

Magnolia Financial Group, LLC v Kenneth Antos, et al

Mar 23, 2018

OUTCOME: Judgment of Court: $3,000,000 including $950,000 Fraud Judgment plus Attorney's Fees

Commercial litigation case. Plaintiff/Client lent $2,000,000.00 on Promissory Note. Defendants defaulted and another defendant refused to provide collateral after proper notice was given. Federal Tr ... ial. United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana Magnolia Financial Group LLC v. Antos et al Case Number: 2:15-cv-07144-JTM

Personal injury

Akers v The Columns Hotel, et al

Nov 24, 2016

OUTCOME: Jury Verdict: $2,200,000.00 in favor of Plaintiff

Plaintiff was the Executive Chef at the hotel when he was attacked by a co-worker and thrown down a set of stairs. Plaintiff suffered a severe spinal chord injury as a result. Defendant-employer cl ... aimed that it was a mutual fight and "boys-will-be boys" despite lack of supervison by management.

Workers compensation

Edwin J Turcios v LaPorte Plumbing & Heating, Inc. and Liberty Mutual Ins. Co.

May 11, 2016

OUTCOME: Cash Settlment: $442,725.00

Represented plumber's helper who injured his back while falling off a ladder at work and requiring surgery. Employer and work comp insurer denied benefits and a disputed claim for benefits was filed ... on behalf of Mr. Turcios by Harmon, Smith and Vourvoulias. After fighting the insurance company and the employer concerning the wrongfully denied benefits, the claim was settled to the satisfaction of Mr. Turcios.

Workers compensation

Barsh v Casey Industrial, Inc. and CNA Ins. Co.

Nov 04, 2015

OUTCOME: $235,971.00

Mr. Barsh suffered a forearm crush injury and was initially denied benefits. After engaging Harmon, Smith & Vourvoulias, Mr. Barsh was able to get his medical and wage benefits fully restored follow ... ed by a favorable settlement of all future benefits.

DUI and DWI

State of Louisiana v Cervantes

Jan 09, 2015

OUTCOME: Dismissal

Client was involved in a rear-end collision on the interstate which caused her vehicle to flip over. Despite presenting concussion symptoms, and without first conducting proper medical protocols, th ... e police immediately performed various field-sobriety tests which indicated false-positives. Client was then transported by ambulance to the emergency room where client was diagnosed with a severe concussion. Harmon, Smith & Vourvoulias conducted a preliminary examination of the police officer who's initial report indicated no obvious signs of impairment. After identifying the inconsistency in the report and establishing the failure to conduct proper concussion protocols, the case against the client was dismissed.

Admiralty and maritime

Neal v International Offshore Services, LLC

Nov 12, 2014

OUTCOME: Jury Verdict: $1,600,000.00 in favor of Plaintiff

Represented Chief Engineer and Jones Act Seaman on tow boat who was injured in Gulf of Mexico during high seas while attempting to repair a broken radar system per order of the Captain. Plaintiff ... removed HVAC vent cover to access deck where radar electronics were located. While exiting deck, the ship pitched, rolled and Plaintiff fell backward onto stairs, injuring back and requiring surgery. Unable to return to his position due to his injuries. Defendant alleged that Plaintiff used improper means to access the deck containing equipment and that he should have known about an access-way behind a set of lift-up stairs. As a result, defendant contended that Plaintiff bore sole responsibility for his injuries. US District Court - Eastern District of Louisiana Case No. 2:12-cv-01671

George P. Vourvoulias III's Legal Cases (7)