Verdicts & Settlements

Jordan Plant Farm, a small business based in Texas, found itself entangled in a commercial dispute against a multi-billion dollar energy company following a devastating loss of their crop. Despite the energy giant's initial reluctance to make any settlement offer throughout most of the litigation, the dedicated LPM team worked tirelessly to diligently prepare the case for presentation to the jury. However, right after the close of evidence, rather than having the case go to a jury, the defendant agreed to a remarkable settlement that was a staggering 660 times greater than their initial offer.

3M is a multi-billion dollar company responsible for manufacturing and supplying the United States military with Combat Arms earplugs to protect the service members’ ears from the loud sounds associated with military training and combat. LPM has taken on the representation of thousands of plaintiffs who have suffered injuries due to the earplugs' defects. With the help of LPM, these plaintiffs achieved success in holding 3M accountable for prioritizing profits over the safety of those who served our nation.

• Camarillorazo v. 3M Company et al:
  A jury in Tallahassee, Florida federal court awarded just over $13 million to the U.S. Army sergeant Camarillorazo who suffered hearing damage as a result of using military-issue earplugs made by 3M.
• Wilkerson v. 3M Company et al:
  A jury awarded $8 million in compensatory damages to Wilkerson, who argued that using the earplugs while serving in the Army National Guard during training and combat caused him to develop tinnitus and hearing loss.
• Estes v. 3M Company et al: 
  Estes was awarded $2.8M in damages after serving in the Army from 2008 to 2017 as a tank platoon commander, where he had exposure to loud noises and regularly wore 3M’s earplugs. 

Justin Turner, a 26-year-old father of two small children, tragically lost his life in a devastating accident when the workover rig he was working on collapsed, causing him to fall over 60 feet to the ground below. With dedicated efforts, our attorneys skillfully litigated the case against all six companies involved in the incident, leading to pre-trial resolutions with five defendants and a remarkable jury verdict exceeding $22,000,000.00 against the sixth company.

This landmark case centered on a mother of three young daughters who suffered from primary pulmonary hypertension due to a diet drug. Our formidable legal team took on one of the country's largest pharmaceutical giants, navigating a web of intricate legal challenges that showcased our prowess as trial attorneys. The trial spanned an entire month, culminating in a unanimous jury verdict that captured the nation's attention. All three of LPM’s founding partners played pivotal roles in securing the largest personal single-plaintiff injury award in the nation's history at just over $1,000,000,000.00.

Plaintiff Wellogix, Inc., a Houston-based software developer, entered into several vital business agreements to promote its cutting-edge products. These products, which encompass computer software and valuable intellectual property essential for managing drilling processes, were unfortunately misappropriated by Accenture. Laminack, Pirtle & Martines skillfully represented Wellogix in a high-stakes theft of trade secrets case. Following an intensive two-week trial, a twelve-member jury rendered a verdict in favor of Wellogix, awarding damages exceeding $94,000,000.00.

Two employees of an offshore drilling company sustained injuries while performing their duties on a drilling platform situated in the Gulf of Mexico. This unfortunate incident occurred when the platform's elevator system experienced a catastrophic failure, resulting in the men falling over 40 feet. Following an extensive discovery process, Laminack, Pirtle & Martines successfully negotiated a resolution for the case before trial, ensuring fair compensation for both individuals who had suffered significant injuries.

Our law firm's senior partners are esteemed national leaders in medical device litigation. With three decades of experience, they have effectively litigated numerous medical device cases across the country. Notably, they achieved groundbreaking victories, including securing two of the initial jury verdicts awarding substantial damages to women harmed by silicone breast implants, totaling over $60,000,000.00.

A tragic incident unfolded when a 60-year-old husband and devoted father lost his life due to a catastrophic accident at a poorly designed and maintained parking garage. Just ten days into the trial, the owners and operators of the garage chose to settle the case with our firm, providing closure and compensation to the grieving widow and daughter.

In a heartbreaking incident, a teenager lost his life due to the tragic electrocution resulting from a poorly installed dock light on a homeowner's property. Laminack, Pirtle & Martines provided invaluable support to the grieving parents, enabling them to secure a settlement from the homeowner for the wrongful death of their beloved son.

While employed by the Brazos River Authority, Eddie Martinez was performing routine grass mowing along a canal when an unfortunate accident occurred. He inadvertently struck an unmarked, underground pipe containing highly flammable propylene gas, resulting in severe burns covering over 70% of his body. Eddie endured a grueling four-month stay in Intensive Care. Thanks to the legal advocacy of Laminack, Pirtle & Martines, Eddie received a substantial settlement covering his medical expenses and providing compensation for the profound impact this life-altering accident had on him.