Barnes Law Firm Has Moved!
The Barnes Law Firm has now moved to their new building located on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. After spending several years in the City Center Square building in downtown Kansas City, the firm had outgrown their space and decided it was time to move. The firm acquired the new building in January of 2011 and after extensive renovations both inside and out, the new location is finally complete.
The Barnes Law Firm is now located at 919 West 47th Street, on the corner of 47th and Belleveiw on the hill overlooking the Country Club Plaza.
Railroad worker wins award at arbitration
A railroad’s alleged failure to replace defective batteries on a train resulted in a $3.75 million arbitration award.
Tom Taylor was a locomotive engineer for Union Pacific Railroad. In December 2007, he was operating a train from Dexter to Dupo, Ill. Over four hours, he claimed the batteries produced smoke and acid vapors that got into the cab of the locomotive, making his skin itch and causing nausea.
He and his co-worker were taken to an emergency room where they were treated for sulfuric acid inhalation and released.
Taylor developed shortness of breath and a chronic cough. Days later, he followed up with his primary care physician and was ultimately diagnosed with Reactive Airways Disease Syndrome, characterized by wheezing and allergic reactions. He was prescribed full-time oxygen supplementation and claimed to be permanently disabled as a result of the exposure.
Taylor claimed that Union Pacific violated the federal Locomotive Inspection Act and was negligent under the Federal Employers Liability Act.
He filed the case in the Southern District of Illinois federal court, but the parties agreed to have an arbitration panel try the case after the court divided the liability and damages portions of the case. The arbitration lasted five days.
“The company had an opportunity to replace the batteries before my client was injured but failed to do so,” said Kenneth E. Barnes, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “They could also have taken the engine my client was on and moved it out of the lead position, thus keeping my client from being exposed.”
Defendant Union Pacific argued that the company wasn’t notified of problems with the battery, although Barnes said he found computer records showing that other workers had complained of hot and smoking batteries about one hour before Taylor took charge of the train.
The defendant also argued that there wasn’t enough gas in the locomotive to cause permanent injury. But an attempt to reconstruct the event failed because it didn’t produce burning batteries that “resembled smoke like a small campfire,” as Taylor’s fellow crew member had testified, Barnes said.
Union Pacific also argued Taylor didn’t need to be on oxygen and that any ongoing problems resulted from underlying health conditions and exposure to paint or solvents while working for a different employer.
The plaintiff’s primary care physician, who had cared for him for about 15 years, testified that the exposure had produced his permanent condition.
Mark Allen Joins the Barnes Law Firm
The Barnes Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce that Mark Allen become a member of our firm. Mr. Allen will work from the firm's Memphis, Tennessee office where he will continue to represent members of the United Transportation Union and their families in actions related to on-the-job injuries. Mr. Allen will further maintain his commitment to serving as the UTU Coordinator for Designated Legal Counsel.
In joining the firm, Mr. Allen will work in direct partnership with Ken Barnes, the founding member of the firm, and with long-time FELA attorney Dan Sawyer. In addition, the firm employs a full staff of experienced associate attorneys, field representatives, paralegals and benefits specialists.
The Barnes Law Firm is proud to serve as Designated Legal Counsel for the United Transportation Union and the American Train Dispatchers Association representing railroad workers under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). The Federal Employers' Liability Act was passed in 1908 to protect railroad workers against employer negligence and exploitation. Additionally, the FELA was enacted to ensure that railroad workers injured on the job are able to receive appropriate compensation for their injuries. In order to recover damages under the FELA, railroad workers must be able to prove that their injuries were a direct result of their employers' negligence.
Jackson County Jury Awards Former KC Teacher $343,000 for Disability Discrimination and Retaliation Claims
T.K. Smith and Jason Kander represented a man with a heart condition who was assigned to teach a class of emotional disturbed children despite his doctor’s order that he not be around students that may hit, kick, or bite him.
Patrick McGinness sued the Kansas City, Missouri School District for disability discrimination for the school district’s failure to accommodate his known disability and retaliation as a result of being treated unfairly after he complained.
Mr. McGinness, who underwent quadruple bypass surgery in 2005, received multiple disability accommodations from the district while he taught children with learning disabilities at Northeast Middle School, including his doctor’s request that he not be around students that are prone to be aggressive or fight.
In 2008, Mr. McGinness was transferred to Troost Elementary school where he was assigned to Emotionally Disturbed students despite his doctor’s orders that he not be around unruly students or be in between fighting students.
Evidence was presented in the case showing that the Kansas City School District characterized the special education students that Mr. McGinness was assigned to as children “with severe behavior difficulties- explosive, aggressive, threats to harm self and others”.
“He could not get out of that classroom. He was fearful of his medical condition,” said plaintiff’s attorney T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “He feared it could kill him.”
Smith said his client complained to higher-ups in the district, but was ignored. “The Kansas City School District refused to transfer or reassign Mr. McGinness. As a result, Mr. McGinness had not other choice but to take medical leave and ultimately resign from his position.”
Jurors sided with plaintiff Patrick McGinness on his disability discrimination and retaliation claims against the Kansas City School District. The jury awarded him $142,000 and $201,000 in actual damages, respectively for a total jury award of $343,000. Future lost wages and attorneys fees will be determined by the court at later date.
Barnes Law Firm Settles Electrocution Case for 1 Million Dollars
On July 26, 2006, Plaintiff Doug Lloyd (then 19 years old) and other workers suffered electrocution burns while constructing a natural gas pipeline. The incident occurred when the side boom of a D8 Caterpillar that was being operated by a coworker came in close proximity to a 230,000 volt high power line. The close proximity of the side boom to the power line caused the electricity to arch and transferred that electricity through the side boom into the natural gas pipeline. The electricity then traveled down the pipeline approximately 50-100 feet striking Mr. Lloyd. At the time, Mr. Lloyd had his right hand touching the pipeline. He was thrown approximately 8 to 10 feet. His right arm, torso, legs and pelvis suffered second degree burns. He was flown to a local hospital where he remained for approximately 10 days.
Plaintiff claimed that QIS (who was hired to provide safety inspectors) for failing to provide safety inspectors and to stop work around the power lines. Plaintiff claimed that NW Pipeline was responsible for failing to follow their permit by elevating the ground level by 8 to 10 feet and failing to hire a dedicated safety watcher as was required by the permit.
On December 18, 2009, the plaintiff agreed to resolve the matter in a settlement for $1,000,000.
Barnes Law Firm Has Moved!
The Barnes Law Firm has now moved to their new building located on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. After spending several years in the City Center Square building in downtown Kansas City, the firm had outgrown their space and decided it was time to move. The firm acquired the new building in January of 2011 and after extensive renovations both inside and out, the new location is finally complete.
The Barnes Law Firm is now located at 919 West 47th Street, on the corner of 47th and Belleveiw on the hill overlooking the Country Club Plaza.
Jackson County Jury Awards Damages and Punitives
T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm, recently obtained a jury verdict for a young man who bought a defective vehicle from a local used car dealership. The jury found the used car dealership liable for fraud under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act.
The jury awarded the young man actual damages for the purchase price and transaction fees, as well as punitive damages. Attorney’s fees and costs will be determined by the court at a later date.
T.K. Smith said "The jury understood that this car dealership had to be held accountable. This type of case is an example of the many benefits that Missourians receive from the protections afforded to consumers under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act."
Railroad worker wins award at arbitration
A railroad’s alleged failure to replace defective batteries on a train resulted in a $3.75 million arbitration award.
Tom Taylor was a locomotive engineer for Union Pacific Railroad. In December 2007, he was operating a train from Dexter to Dupo, Ill. Over four hours, he claimed the batteries produced smoke and acid vapors that got into the cab of the locomotive, making his skin itch and causing nausea.
He and his co-worker were taken to an emergency room where they were treated for sulfuric acid inhalation and released.
Taylor developed shortness of breath and a chronic cough. Days later, he followed up with his primary care physician and was ultimately diagnosed with Reactive Airways Disease Syndrome, characterized by wheezing and allergic reactions. He was prescribed full-time oxygen supplementation and claimed to be permanently disabled as a result of the exposure.
Taylor claimed that Union Pacific violated the federal Locomotive Inspection Act and was negligent under the Federal Employers Liability Act.
He filed the case in the Southern District of Illinois federal court, but the parties agreed to have an arbitration panel try the case after the court divided the liability and damages portions of the case. The arbitration lasted five days.
“The company had an opportunity to replace the batteries before my client was injured but failed to do so,” said Kenneth E. Barnes, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “They could also have taken the engine my client was on and moved it out of the lead position, thus keeping my client from being exposed.”
Defendant Union Pacific argued that the company wasn’t notified of problems with the battery, although Barnes said he found computer records showing that other workers had complained of hot and smoking batteries about one hour before Taylor took charge of the train.
The defendant also argued that there wasn’t enough gas in the locomotive to cause permanent injury. But an attempt to reconstruct the event failed because it didn’t produce burning batteries that “resembled smoke like a small campfire,” as Taylor’s fellow crew member had testified, Barnes said.
Union Pacific also argued Taylor didn’t need to be on oxygen and that any ongoing problems resulted from underlying health conditions and exposure to paint or solvents while working for a different employer.
The plaintiff’s primary care physician, who had cared for him for about 15 years, testified that the exposure had produced his permanent condition.
Mark Allen Joins the Barnes Law Firm
The Barnes Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce that Mark Allen become a member of our firm. Mr. Allen will work from the firm's Memphis, Tennessee office where he will continue to represent members of the United Transportation Union and their families in actions related to on-the-job injuries. Mr. Allen will further maintain his commitment to serving as the UTU Coordinator for Designated Legal Counsel.
In joining the firm, Mr. Allen will work in direct partnership with Ken Barnes, the founding member of the firm, and with long-time FELA attorney Dan Sawyer. In addition, the firm employs a full staff of experienced associate attorneys, field representatives, paralegals and benefits specialists.
The Barnes Law Firm is proud to serve as Designated Legal Counsel for the United Transportation Union and the American Train Dispatchers Association representing railroad workers under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). The Federal Employers' Liability Act was passed in 1908 to protect railroad workers against employer negligence and exploitation. Additionally, the FELA was enacted to ensure that railroad workers injured on the job are able to receive appropriate compensation for their injuries. In order to recover damages under the FELA, railroad workers must be able to prove that their injuries were a direct result of their employers' negligence.
Jackson County Jury Awards Former KC Teacher $343,000 for Disability Discrimination and Retaliation Claims
T.K. Smith and Jason Kander represented a man with a heart condition who was assigned to teach a class of emotional disturbed children despite his doctor’s order that he not be around students that may hit, kick, or bite him.
Patrick McGinness sued the Kansas City, Missouri School District for disability discrimination for the school district’s failure to accommodate his known disability and retaliation as a result of being treated unfairly after he complained.
Mr. McGinness, who underwent quadruple bypass surgery in 2005, received multiple disability accommodations from the district while he taught children with learning disabilities at Northeast Middle School, including his doctor’s request that he not be around students that are prone to be aggressive or fight.
In 2008, Mr. McGinness was transferred to Troost Elementary school where he was assigned to Emotionally Disturbed students despite his doctor’s orders that he not be around unruly students or be in between fighting students.
Evidence was presented in the case showing that the Kansas City School District characterized the special education students that Mr. McGinness was assigned to as children “with severe behavior difficulties- explosive, aggressive, threats to harm self and others”.
“He could not get out of that classroom. He was fearful of his medical condition,” said plaintiff’s attorney T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “He feared it could kill him.”
Smith said his client complained to higher-ups in the district, but was ignored. “The Kansas City School District refused to transfer or reassign Mr. McGinness. As a result, Mr. McGinness had not other choice but to take medical leave and ultimately resign from his position.”
Jurors sided with plaintiff Patrick McGinness on his disability discrimination and retaliation claims against the Kansas City School District. The jury awarded him $142,000 and $201,000 in actual damages, respectively for a total jury award of $343,000. Future lost wages and attorneys fees will be determined by the court at later date.
Barnes Law Firm Settles Electrocution Case for 1 Million Dollars
On July 26, 2006, Plaintiff Doug Lloyd (then 19 years old) and other workers suffered electrocution burns while constructing a natural gas pipeline. The incident occurred when the side boom of a D8 Caterpillar that was being operated by a coworker came in close proximity to a 230,000 volt high power line. The close proximity of the side boom to the power line caused the electricity to arch and transferred that electricity through the side boom into the natural gas pipeline. The electricity then traveled down the pipeline approximately 50-100 feet striking Mr. Lloyd. At the time, Mr. Lloyd had his right hand touching the pipeline. He was thrown approximately 8 to 10 feet. His right arm, torso, legs and pelvis suffered second degree burns. He was flown to a local hospital where he remained for approximately 10 days.
Plaintiff claimed that QIS (who was hired to provide safety inspectors) for failing to provide safety inspectors and to stop work around the power lines. Plaintiff claimed that NW Pipeline was responsible for failing to follow their permit by elevating the ground level by 8 to 10 feet and failing to hire a dedicated safety watcher as was required by the permit.
On December 18, 2009, the plaintiff agreed to resolve the matter in a settlement for $1,000,000.
Jackson County Jury Awards Damages and Punitives
T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm, recently obtained a jury verdict for a young man who bought a defective vehicle from a local used car dealership. The jury found the used car dealership liable for fraud under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act.
The jury awarded the young man actual damages for the purchase price and transaction fees, as well as punitive damages. Attorney’s fees and costs will be determined by the court at a later date.
T.K. Smith said "The jury understood that this car dealership had to be held accountable. This type of case is an example of the many benefits that Missourians receive from the protections afforded to consumers under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act."
Barnes Law Firm Has Moved!
The Barnes Law Firm has now moved to their new building located on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. After spending several years in the City Center Square building in downtown Kansas City, the firm had outgrown their space and decided it was time to move. The firm acquired the new building in January of 2011 and after extensive renovations both inside and out, the new location is finally complete.
The Barnes Law Firm is now located at 919 West 47th Street, on the corner of 47th and Belleveiw on the hill overlooking the Country Club Plaza.
Railroad worker wins award at arbitration
A railroad’s alleged failure to replace defective batteries on a train resulted in a $3.75 million arbitration award.
Tom Taylor was a locomotive engineer for Union Pacific Railroad. In December 2007, he was operating a train from Dexter to Dupo, Ill. Over four hours, he claimed the batteries produced smoke and acid vapors that got into the cab of the locomotive, making his skin itch and causing nausea.
He and his co-worker were taken to an emergency room where they were treated for sulfuric acid inhalation and released.
Taylor developed shortness of breath and a chronic cough. Days later, he followed up with his primary care physician and was ultimately diagnosed with Reactive Airways Disease Syndrome, characterized by wheezing and allergic reactions. He was prescribed full-time oxygen supplementation and claimed to be permanently disabled as a result of the exposure.
Taylor claimed that Union Pacific violated the federal Locomotive Inspection Act and was negligent under the Federal Employers Liability Act.
He filed the case in the Southern District of Illinois federal court, but the parties agreed to have an arbitration panel try the case after the court divided the liability and damages portions of the case. The arbitration lasted five days.
“The company had an opportunity to replace the batteries before my client was injured but failed to do so,” said Kenneth E. Barnes, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “They could also have taken the engine my client was on and moved it out of the lead position, thus keeping my client from being exposed.”
Defendant Union Pacific argued that the company wasn’t notified of problems with the battery, although Barnes said he found computer records showing that other workers had complained of hot and smoking batteries about one hour before Taylor took charge of the train.
The defendant also argued that there wasn’t enough gas in the locomotive to cause permanent injury. But an attempt to reconstruct the event failed because it didn’t produce burning batteries that “resembled smoke like a small campfire,” as Taylor’s fellow crew member had testified, Barnes said.
Union Pacific also argued Taylor didn’t need to be on oxygen and that any ongoing problems resulted from underlying health conditions and exposure to paint or solvents while working for a different employer.
The plaintiff’s primary care physician, who had cared for him for about 15 years, testified that the exposure had produced his permanent condition.
Mark Allen Joins the Barnes Law Firm
The Barnes Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce that Mark Allen become a member of our firm. Mr. Allen will work from the firm's Memphis, Tennessee office where he will continue to represent members of the United Transportation Union and their families in actions related to on-the-job injuries. Mr. Allen will further maintain his commitment to serving as the UTU Coordinator for Designated Legal Counsel.
In joining the firm, Mr. Allen will work in direct partnership with Ken Barnes, the founding member of the firm, and with long-time FELA attorney Dan Sawyer. In addition, the firm employs a full staff of experienced associate attorneys, field representatives, paralegals and benefits specialists.
The Barnes Law Firm is proud to serve as Designated Legal Counsel for the United Transportation Union and the American Train Dispatchers Association representing railroad workers under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). The Federal Employers' Liability Act was passed in 1908 to protect railroad workers against employer negligence and exploitation. Additionally, the FELA was enacted to ensure that railroad workers injured on the job are able to receive appropriate compensation for their injuries. In order to recover damages under the FELA, railroad workers must be able to prove that their injuries were a direct result of their employers' negligence.
Jackson County Jury Awards Damages and Punitives
T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm, recently obtained a jury verdict for a young man who bought a defective vehicle from a local used car dealership. The jury found the used car dealership liable for fraud under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act.
The jury awarded the young man actual damages for the purchase price and transaction fees, as well as punitive damages. Attorney’s fees and costs will be determined by the court at a later date.
T.K. Smith said "The jury understood that this car dealership had to be held accountable. This type of case is an example of the many benefits that Missourians receive from the protections afforded to consumers under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act."
Jackson County Jury Awards Former KC Teacher $343,000 for Disability Discrimination and Retaliation Claims
T.K. Smith and Jason Kander represented a man with a heart condition who was assigned to teach a class of emotional disturbed children despite his doctor’s order that he not be around students that may hit, kick, or bite him.
Patrick McGinness sued the Kansas City, Missouri School District for disability discrimination for the school district’s failure to accommodate his known disability and retaliation as a result of being treated unfairly after he complained.
Mr. McGinness, who underwent quadruple bypass surgery in 2005, received multiple disability accommodations from the district while he taught children with learning disabilities at Northeast Middle School, including his doctor’s request that he not be around students that are prone to be aggressive or fight.
In 2008, Mr. McGinness was transferred to Troost Elementary school where he was assigned to Emotionally Disturbed students despite his doctor’s orders that he not be around unruly students or be in between fighting students.
Evidence was presented in the case showing that the Kansas City School District characterized the special education students that Mr. McGinness was assigned to as children “with severe behavior difficulties- explosive, aggressive, threats to harm self and others”.
“He could not get out of that classroom. He was fearful of his medical condition,” said plaintiff’s attorney T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “He feared it could kill him.”
Smith said his client complained to higher-ups in the district, but was ignored. “The Kansas City School District refused to transfer or reassign Mr. McGinness. As a result, Mr. McGinness had not other choice but to take medical leave and ultimately resign from his position.”
Jurors sided with plaintiff Patrick McGinness on his disability discrimination and retaliation claims against the Kansas City School District. The jury awarded him $142,000 and $201,000 in actual damages, respectively for a total jury award of $343,000. Future lost wages and attorneys fees will be determined by the court at later date.
Barnes Law Firm Settles Electrocution Case for 1 Million Dollars
On July 26, 2006, Plaintiff Doug Lloyd (then 19 years old) and other workers suffered electrocution burns while constructing a natural gas pipeline. The incident occurred when the side boom of a D8 Caterpillar that was being operated by a coworker came in close proximity to a 230,000 volt high power line. The close proximity of the side boom to the power line caused the electricity to arch and transferred that electricity through the side boom into the natural gas pipeline. The electricity then traveled down the pipeline approximately 50-100 feet striking Mr. Lloyd. At the time, Mr. Lloyd had his right hand touching the pipeline. He was thrown approximately 8 to 10 feet. His right arm, torso, legs and pelvis suffered second degree burns. He was flown to a local hospital where he remained for approximately 10 days.
Plaintiff claimed that QIS (who was hired to provide safety inspectors) for failing to provide safety inspectors and to stop work around the power lines. Plaintiff claimed that NW Pipeline was responsible for failing to follow their permit by elevating the ground level by 8 to 10 feet and failing to hire a dedicated safety watcher as was required by the permit.
On December 18, 2009, the plaintiff agreed to resolve the matter in a settlement for $1,000,000.
Jackson County Jury Awards Damages and Punitives
T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm, recently obtained a jury verdict for a young man who bought a defective vehicle from a local used car dealership. The jury found the used car dealership liable for fraud under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act.
The jury awarded the young man actual damages for the purchase price and transaction fees, as well as punitive damages. Attorney’s fees and costs will be determined by the court at a later date.
T.K. Smith said "The jury understood that this car dealership had to be held accountable. This type of case is an example of the many benefits that Missourians receive from the protections afforded to consumers under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act."
Mark Allen Joins the Barnes Law Firm
The Barnes Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce that Mark Allen become a member of our firm. Mr. Allen will work from the firm's Memphis, Tennessee office where he will continue to represent members of the United Transportation Union and their families in actions related to on-the-job injuries. Mr. Allen will further maintain his commitment to serving as the UTU Coordinator for Designated Legal Counsel.
In joining the firm, Mr. Allen will work in direct partnership with Ken Barnes, the founding member of the firm, and with long-time FELA attorney Dan Sawyer. In addition, the firm employs a full staff of experienced associate attorneys, field representatives, paralegals and benefits specialists.
The Barnes Law Firm is proud to serve as Designated Legal Counsel for the United Transportation Union and the American Train Dispatchers Association representing railroad workers under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). The Federal Employers' Liability Act was passed in 1908 to protect railroad workers against employer negligence and exploitation. Additionally, the FELA was enacted to ensure that railroad workers injured on the job are able to receive appropriate compensation for their injuries. In order to recover damages under the FELA, railroad workers must be able to prove that their injuries were a direct result of their employers' negligence.
Jackson County Jury Awards Former KC Teacher $343,000 for Disability Discrimination and Retaliation Claims
T.K. Smith and Jason Kander represented a man with a heart condition who was assigned to teach a class of emotional disturbed children despite his doctor’s order that he not be around students that may hit, kick, or bite him.
Patrick McGinness sued the Kansas City, Missouri School District for disability discrimination for the school district’s failure to accommodate his known disability and retaliation as a result of being treated unfairly after he complained.
Mr. McGinness, who underwent quadruple bypass surgery in 2005, received multiple disability accommodations from the district while he taught children with learning disabilities at Northeast Middle School, including his doctor’s request that he not be around students that are prone to be aggressive or fight.
In 2008, Mr. McGinness was transferred to Troost Elementary school where he was assigned to Emotionally Disturbed students despite his doctor’s orders that he not be around unruly students or be in between fighting students.
Evidence was presented in the case showing that the Kansas City School District characterized the special education students that Mr. McGinness was assigned to as children “with severe behavior difficulties- explosive, aggressive, threats to harm self and others”.
“He could not get out of that classroom. He was fearful of his medical condition,” said plaintiff’s attorney T.K. Smith, of the Barnes Law Firm in Kansas City. “He feared it could kill him.”
Smith said his client complained to higher-ups in the district, but was ignored. “The Kansas City School District refused to transfer or reassign Mr. McGinness. As a result, Mr. McGinness had not other choice but to take medical leave and ultimately resign from his position.”
Jurors sided with plaintiff Patrick McGinness on his disability discrimination and retaliation claims against the Kansas City School District. The jury awarded him $142,000 and $201,000 in actual damages, respectively for a total jury award of $343,000. Future lost wages and attorneys fees will be determined by the court at later date.
Barnes Law Firm Has Moved!
The Barnes Law Firm has now moved to their new building located on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. After spending several years in the City Center Square building in downtown Kansas City, the firm had outgrown their space and decided it was time to move. The firm acquired the new building in January of 2011 and after extensive renovations both inside and out, the new location is finally complete.
The Barnes Law Firm is now located at 919 West 47th Street, on the corner of 47th and Belleveiw on the hill overlooking the Country Club Plaza.
Barnes Law Firm Settles Electrocution Case for 1 Million Dollars
On July 26, 2006, Plaintiff Doug Lloyd (then 19 years old) and other workers suffered electrocution burns while constructing a natural gas pipeline. The incident occurred when the side boom of a D8 Caterpillar that was being operated by a coworker came in close proximity to a 230,000 volt high power line. The close proximity of the side boom to the power line caused the electricity to arch and transferred that electricity through the side boom into the natural gas pipeline. The electricity then traveled down the pipeline approximately 50-100 feet striking Mr. Lloyd. At the time, Mr. Lloyd had his right hand touching the pipeline. He was thrown approximately 8 to 10 feet. His right arm, torso, legs and pelvis suffered second degree burns. He was flown to a local hospital where he remained for approximately 10 days.
Plaintiff claimed that QIS (who was hired to provide safety inspectors) for failing to provide safety inspectors and to stop work around the power lines. Plaintiff claimed that NW Pipeline was responsible for failing to follow their permit by elevating the ground level by 8 to 10 feet and failing to hire a dedicated safety watcher as was required by the permit.
On December 18, 2009, the plaintiff agreed to resolve the matter in a settlement for $1,000,000.