Settlement Won for Home Health Aide Despite Workers’ Compensation Denial

A dedicated home health aide suffered a severe shoulder injury while caring for a patient, only to have her workers’ compensation claim denied despite clear evidence. With the help of Attorney Sophie Dieckhaus, she overcame jurisdictional hurdles, accusations of pre-existing injuries, and an initial lowball offer. Through persistence and skilled advocacy, Joye Law Firm secured a $75,000 settlement that gave her closure, financial relief, and the ability to continue treatment. Continue reading

$1 Million Policy Limits Settlement for Widow After Husband’s Fatal Tractor-Trailer Collision

Joye Law Firm Columbia Attorney Melissa Mosier secured a $1 million settlement for the widow of a man who tragically died in a tractor trailer crash. Through swift and thorough investigation, including dash cam evidence, accident reconstruction, and a reenactment that showed how the turn could have been made safely, Mosier proved the trucking company’s negligence. She uncovered multiple safety violations and secured the full insurance policy in under six months. Continue reading