Virginia Lawyers Weekly//November 29, 2021
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//November 29, 2021//
Type of action: Workers’ compensation
Injuries alleged: Broken right leg, left knee and back
Name of case: Kelei v. Metalsa Automotive
Court: Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission
Tried before: Mediation
Name of judge or mediator: William Dudley
Date resolved: 10/5/2021
Special damages: Future medical treatment and future lost wage benefits
Verdict or settlement: Settlement
Amount: $250,000
Attorney for plaintiff (and city): Matthew O’Herron, Roanoke
Description of case: The claimant was injured when a stack of metal paneling fell over. He underwent several surgeries for right tibia/fibula fractures and the knee injury over one and a half years. Temporary total disability benefits had been paid. The claimant had been released to light duty.
[021-T-147]