$2.99 million for a 34-year-old father who was seriously injured when a drunk driver crossed the center line and collided with his vehicle. (Murdoch, Michael)
RHE secured a $2,992,358 settlement for a 34-year-old father whose vehicle was hit by a drunk driver, causing him and his two children in the vehicle to be injured. The father’s injuries were significant and included an injury to the right foot and ankle which resulted in a below the knee amputation of his right leg, neuropathic pain, sprained ribs, psychological impairments, and injury to his back.
This individual’s circumstances entitled him to a claim for non-pecuniary damages, loss of future income earning capacity, future care costs, an in-trust claim for his wife who missed work to provide care to him and their children, damages for diminished housekeeping capacity, and reimbursement for his out-of-pocket expenses. This settlement also included claims for both his children who were in the vehicle when the collision occurred.
$2.5 million for a young teacher who sustained a traumatic brain injury when she was struck as a pedestrian on a sidewalk as two vehicles collided with one another. (Mattock, Megan)
RHE obtained a $2,500,000 settlement for a young woman who was standing on a sidewalk when two vehicles violently collided with one another and struck her, causing her to be thrown to the concrete and knocking her unconscious. The impact caused her to sustain a traumatic brain injury, leaving her permanently and totally disabled with no meaningful work capacity. Her debilitating injuries required her to move in with her family for a period after the accident and she continued to rely on family support for an extended period after she recovered enough to live independently.
Because of the accident, she suffers from constant pain, daily headaches, requires the use of a walking stick, regularly gets so dizzy she vomits, and has gained a significant amount of weight. She may also no longer be able to have children since she is unable to meet the physical and mental demands of caring for them.
Her circumstances permitted a claim for non-pecuniary damages, substantial compensation for past and prospective future wage loss, an extraordinary claim for lifetime care costs and a tax gross-up award, which is an additional sum of money awarded to ensure that the interest earned on a future care award does not prematurely erode because of taxes owed. Her settlement also included an in-trust claim for her parents and sister who provided her extensive support after the accident and reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses incurred because of the accident.
$2.17 million for a child who sustained debilitating injuries in utero when his mother was involved in a head on collision, resulting in him being born prematurely via an emergency c-section. (Thomson, Mattias)
RHE obtained a $2,172,326 settlement for a child who had to be prematurely delivered via an emergency caesarean section after his mother and father were involved in a head on collision. As a result of his pre-term birth, he developed cerebral palsy and considerable developmental delays. Upon delivery, he was blue, unresponsive, and had bruising. He was intubated and ventilated due to his overall prematurity and struggles with breathing. The accident caused him to sustain a traumatic brain injury, which resulted in a hormone disorder causing developmental delays, among other issues.
The constellation of his ongoing symptoms continues to limit him in every aspect, and he will never have a normal life. He takes growth hormones to assist with his stature, but his brain damage is so severe that the cognitive impairments are permanent. He is extremely limited in his future employment opportunities, and his career trajectory is highly uncertain. He will spend the rest of his life with considerable ongoing support.
$1.89 million for a 23-year-old social worker who sustained serious physical, cognitive, and psychological impairments as a passenger in a fatal motor vehicle collision occurring at high-speed. (Odland, Morgan)
RHE obtained a $1,891,473 settlement for a 23-year-old social worker who was a passenger in a vehicle being driven by her boyfriend when it was struck head-on by another vehicle at highway speed. Paramedics attended the scene of the accident and described our client as being pinned and confused with a decreasing level of consciousness. It took an hour to extricate her from the vehicle. Both her boyfriend and the driver of the other vehicle died as a result of the collision.
After the accident, she remained in hospital for approximately seven weeks to manage her injuries. She required multiple surgeries for a knee injury, small bowel resection, and for fractures in her neck, thigh, and elbow. She also sustained a traumatic brain injury which impacted her cognitive functioning and she had blood clots which traveled to her lungs, requiring prompt medical attention. She required nearly two years off work after the accident.
She was able to eventually return to some part time work as a counselor, but she is unable to engage in full-time work. Despite many years passing since the collision, she continues to suffer from chronic pain, persistent post-traumatic headaches, cognitive difficulties, psychological impairments, chronic sleep disruption, and multiple body scars.
$1.45 million for a 36-year-old former recruitment specialist who suffered serious physical, cognitive, and psychological injuries when she was struck as a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk by a vehicle traveling over 40 km/h. (Cruz, Gretchen)
RHE obtained a $1,449,342 settlement for a 36-year-old former recruitment specialist who suffered serious physical, cognitive, and psychological injuries when she was struck as a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk by a vehicle traveling over 40 km/h. The accident left her permanently disabled from her prior work in recruiting and sales, and likely, from any kind of meaningful full-time employment.
Physically, she now experiences constant pain in her neck, shoulders, back, and left leg. She experiences daily and long-lasting headaches. She has scarring on her arm and elbow from the lacerations caused by the impact with the Defendant’s vehicle. Cognitively, she suffers from difficulties with memory, focus, concentration, word finding, and processing speed. She is hyper-sensitive to light and sound. She continues to experience significant dizziness and vestibular issues. Psychologically, she continues to suffer from anxiety and major depression. Her sleep is interrupted on a nightly basis, and she wakes up feeling unrested and irritable. She experiences wildly vacillating mood swings. Since the collision, this individual has attended hundreds of treatment sessions, totaling more than $100,000.
Despite her efforts, her injuries, symptoms, and resultant limitations have proven chronic and permanent. As such, this settlement included a claim for non-pecuniary damages, a claim for past and prospective income loss, compensation for her anticipated future care costs, reimbursements for her out of pocket expenses, as well as compensation for income tax losses and management fees.
$1.25 million for a 21-year-old who suffered life-altering injuries in a traumatic motor vehicle accident. (Giller, Maygan)
RHE obtained a $1,255,000 settlement for a 21-year-old who sustained life-altering injuries in a motor vehicle collision caused by another driver attempting an unsafe U-turn. The collision caused this individual to sustain cognitive, psychological, and physical injuries and impairments. Cognitively, the collision caused dizziness, memory deficits, and confusion. Physically, she sustained a concussion with post-concussion syndrome and injury to her neck, back and shoulders, all of which resulting in chronic pain and chronic headaches. The collision also caused injury to her mental health and brought about insomnia.
She was young when the accident occurred, but she aspired to become a nurse. Unfortunately, her injuries have had a significant and long-lasting impact on her physical and psychological well-being. Her accident-related injuries delayed her from pursuing a stable career and prevented her from engaging in full-time work, significantly impacting her income earning capacity. As such, she was entitled to a significant claim for her future income loss. This settlement also included a mid-range claim for non-pecuniary damages, reimbursement for past income loss, for out-of-pocket expenses, and future care costs.
$1.03 million for a 49-year-old locomotive engineer who sustained life altering injuries as a motorcyclist struck by a negligent driver. (Rykyta, Graham)
RHE secured a $1,030,474 settlement for a 49-year-old locomotive engineer who sustained life altering injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Before the collision, this individual was healthy and excelled at his job, with no physical injuries or limitations. However, he was seriously injured when he was riding his motorcycle through an intersection and another driver negligently turned into the intersection and collided with him, causing him to crash. He was taken by ambulance to the hospital to treat his injuries. The collision caused him to sustain chronic tissue injuries, chronic myofascial pain syndrome, chronic back pain, psychological injury, and sleep disruptions.
After the accident, he required several months off from work to focus on his healing and rehabilitation. He was prescribed several pain medications that caused him unbearable gastrointestinal side effects which impaired his ability to effectively perform his work duties and ultimately led to him being let go from his employment. Had the accident not occurred, he would have continued to earn upwards of $200,000 annually until his early 70s. His circumstances entitled him to a claim for non-pecuniary damages, a significant amount of past wage loss, a lifetime loss of income earning capacity, lifetime future care costs, and reimbursement for his out-of-pocket expenses.
$1.02 million for a 46-year-old psychiatric nurse who, after sustaining chronic physical and psychological injuries in a motor vehicle collision, was left partially and permanently disabled from her direct patient care role. (Arriola, Rosa)
RHE secured a $1,023,900 settlement for for a 46-year-old registered psychiatric nurse who sustained multiple injuries in a motor vehicle collision. At the time of the accident, she was working full-time in direct patient care, a role she considered her calling. Following the collision, she was diagnosed with soft tissue injuries, whiplash, and concussion. Despite attempting to return to work on a gradual basis, her ongoing pain and physical limitations forced her to ultimately step away from hands-on nursing after two difficult years. Although her employer accommodated her by providing her with an administrative role, she continued to experience chronic pain, cognitive difficulties, post-traumatic migraines, and persistent mental health symptoms, all of which significantly impact her daily life and relationships.
Her treatment regimen involved physiotherapy, Botox injections, active rehab, counseling, and medications, with varying degrees of relief. She continues to struggle with daily activities, recreation, and household responsibilities, relying more heavily on her spouse. She is considered partially and permanently disabled from returning to full-time, physically demanding work. The settlement obtained reflects an award for non-pecuniary damages for her pain and suffering, along with substantial amounts for past and future income loss due to her reduced earning capacity. It also covers future care costs, including ongoing medical treatment and therapies, and reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses related to her care and rehabilitation.
$997,982 for a 42-year-old business executive and former triathlete who suffered a stroke and permanent neurological impairments after a devastating cycling collision and subsequent aggravating motor vehicle accident. (Zivkovic, Ivan)
RHE secured a $997,982 settlement for a 42-year-old business executive who suffered catastrophic and life-altering injuries in two motor vehicle collisions. The first collision occurred when he was cycling and a vehicle cut across his path, causing him to strike the car and be thrown onto the road. This collision caused a hand fracture, bicep injury, and a tear in an artery of his neck which led to a serious stroke a few weeks later. The second collision, involving a semi-truck striking his vehicle, significantly aggravated his pre-existing soft tissue injuries, mental health conditions, and sleep dysfunction, worsening his overall condition.
Prior to the accidents, the client was a healthy, high-performing 37-year-old triathlete with no physical or psychological issues and a flourishing career in the energy sector. Following the stroke and ongoing complications, he was off work for 6–7 months and has since struggled to reintegrate professionally, facing permanent neurological impairments including vision, hearing, and auditory processing deficits that severely impact his ability to perform his forward-facing role in business development. These limitations extend to every facet of his life, including diminished recreational capacity, changes in personality, and strained family relationships. The consensus medical opinion is that his current state will continue, and he will be left with these significant changes in his function permanently.
The settlement achieved reflects an award for pain and suffering, reimbursement for past income loss and out-of-pocket expenses, and a significant award for loss of future earnings and future care costs, recognizing the profound and permanent impact the collisions have had on his health, career, and quality of life.
$950,000 for a lawyer permanently partially disabled by chronic pain and psychological injuries after being struck as a pedestrian in a crosswalk. (Kotsaboikidis, Helen)
RHE secured a $950,000 settlement for a lawyer who suffered life-altering injuries after being struck by a taxicab while lawfully crossing the street in a marked crosswalk. The impact threw her onto the roadway and caused a range of chronic injuries, including severe whiplash, psychological trauma, sleep disruption, and most profoundly, chronic sympathetically mediated neuropathic pain (‘CSMNP’), a disfiguring and incurable condition affecting her legs, ankles, and feet. These injuries have caused ongoing pain, significant physical limitations, and a deeply personal blow to her confidence and identity, particularly as a woman who had long taken pride in her fitness and appearance.
Prior to the collision, she was healthy, ambitious, and strategically building a legal career in private practice. However, her permanent partial disability and ongoing chronic pain have severely impacted every facet of her life, from her mental health, sleep, and personal relationships to her ability to participate in daily activities and sustain full-time legal work. Her medical team recommended she return only part-time due to her health limitations, which are expected to persist long term, significantly reducing her competitiveness in the legal market, particularly in private practice where long hours are the norm. The settlement includes an award for non-pecuniary damages, reimbursement for past income loss and out-of-pocket expenses, and substantial compensation for her future income loss and care costs, acknowledging the devastating and permanent impact the defendant’s negligence has had on her personal and professional future.
$824,650 for a hardworking 45-year-old who was left with permanent shoulder and neck injuries, chronic pain, and worsening mental health after a motor vehicle collision, inevitably leading to the end of her career. (Tolliver, Michelle)
RHE secured a $824,650 settlement for a 45-year-old woman who suffered a serious and permanent shoulder injury in a motor vehicle collision, resulting in a full-thickness rotator cuff tear and chronic neck and shoulder pain. Despite undergoing surgery, multiple injections, and ongoing rehabilitation, her pain and functional limitations persist. Before the accident, she had worked steadily as a food service worker for nearly a decade and was expected to continue in that physically demanding role into her 70’s. The accident rendered her unable to return to that line of work, forcing her onto disability and leading to eventual job loss when no modified duties could accommodate her limitations.
The collision also caused chronic soft tissue injuries and exacerbated her pre-existing but stable mental health condition, leading to aggravated and ongoing psychological distress. Her persistent pain has severely disrupted her sleep, energy, and mood. Her efforts to retrain and pivot into a new career have been unsuccessful due to her physical limitations, further compounding her sense of loss. Once a hardworking and resilient woman with a promising future, she now faces permanent limitations that have deeply affected her quality of life, career, and mental well-being.
This settlement provided for non-pecuniary damages, reimbursement for past income loss and out of pocket expenses, as well as a claim for loss of housekeeping capacity, future income loss, and future care costs.
$742,500 for a young woman whose life was upended by a rear-end collision that left her with chronic pain, cognitive decline, and worsening mental health, forcing her to abandon her education and career goals. (Gravenor, Destiny)
RHE secured a $742,500 settlement for a 22-year-old woman who suffered multiple physical and psychological injuries in a rear-end collision while riding as a front-seat passenger. She sustained a fractured sternum, microfractures to her thoracic spine, soft tissue injuries, and a suspected mild traumatic brain injury, alongside persistent cognitive issues, including memory and concentration difficulties. Despite her best efforts to recover through physiotherapy, massage, counselling, and other treatments, her pain and functional limitations became chronic and significantly disrupted her life. She was forced to quit both her job and her post-secondary studies as a result of her symptoms.
Prior to the collision, she was a high-functioning and ambitious young woman living independently, managing all aspects of daily life while pursuing her goal of becoming an art therapist. Although she had a pre-existing mental health history, it was under control and not interfering with her work or studies. The collision caused a marked decline in her mental health, aggravating her psychological vulnerability and leaving her in a prolonged state of sadness and hopelessness. The persistent physical pain and cognitive impairments have permanently altered her career path, independence, and quality of life.
This settlement included an award for non-pecuniary damages, damages for past and prospective income loss, future care costs, and reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, reflecting the profound and enduring impact the collision has had on her health, independence, and future potential.
$708,712 for a young denturist whose life and career trajectory were permanently altered by three rear-end collisions that left him with chronic pain, structural injuries, and lasting physical limitations. (Kumar, Akash)
The firm secured a $708,712 settlement for a 33-year-old man who sustained chronic and functionally limiting injuries in three rear-end collisions occurring between 2017 and 2018, the first of which occurred when he was just 26. Prior to these incidents, he was in excellent health, active in competitive sports and Olympic lifting, and on track to become a denturist. As a result of the first two collisions, he suffered muscle injuries to his neck, upper and lower back, and shoulders, which were further aggravated by the third and most severe collision. The third collision caused structural wrist injuries, a left shoulder injury, disrupted sleep and mood, and compounded all earlier symptoms. Despite completing his education and opening his own practice, he continues to live with daily pain that limits his physical capacity to work, socialize, and stay active.
His recovery efforts have included years of physiotherapy, massage therapy, and active rehabilitation, but his symptoms remain persistent. Fabrication work essential to his denturist duties significantly aggravates his symptoms, forcing him to delegate much of it to others. He now relies on scheduled breaks, stretching, and rest to manage his pain while reducing the scope of both his professional and personal activities. The injuries also limit his ability to play sports or remain physically active, reducing his overall quality of life.
Given his young age, lack of pre-existing conditions, persistence of symptoms, and the long-term impact on his earning capacity, the settlement included significant compensation for past and prospective income loss, future care costs, and reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, in addition to an award for non-pecuniary damages.
$653,580 for a young woman whose promising hairdressing career and active lifestyle were permanently derailed after a severe patella fracture in a single-vehicle crash, leaving her with chronic pain, psychological injury, and the inevitability of a full knee replacement. (Kelly, Alexis)
RHE obtained a $653,580 settlement for a woman who sustained catastrophic injuries in a single-vehicle crash on a logging road when her driver lost control and struck a tree. At the time, she was a healthy, newly certified hairdresser planning to begin full-time work in a salon. As a result of the collision, she suffered a severely comminuted and displaced fracture to her right kneecap that required two surgeries, including open reduction and internal fixation, followed by hardware removal. Despite surgery and years of physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and massage therapy, her pain has persisted. She now suffers from end-stage arthritis in her right knee, which will require a full knee replacement once her pain becomes unmanageable.
In addition to the orthopedic trauma, she sustained injuries to her neck, back, and shoulders, alongside chronic headaches, sleep disruption, and significant psychological consequences. Ongoing pain and altered gait have also led to secondary issues in her hip and low back. Vocationally, she has struggled since the crash: after brief stints in hairdressing and housecleaning, chronic pain has forced her into part-time work with limited duties and earning capacity. Her prognosis is poor and her symptoms are permanent. She will never return to full-time work or pain-free living. She can no longer participate in normal recreational activities such as hiking or running. As such, her settlement reflected an award for non-pecuniary damages, past income loss, significant future income loss, extensive future care costs, and reimbursement for her out-of-pocket expenses.
$612,000 for a promising young singer and educator was left with chronic pain, migraines, and debilitating psychological injuries after a traumatic collision, permanently impairing her ability to work, study, or live independently without accommodations. (Pitts, Teeya)
RHE secured a $612,000 settlement for a 25-year-old youth recreation leader and aspiring singing instructor who suffered a life-altering constellation of physical, cognitive, and psychological injuries in a serious motor vehicle collision. The plaintiff, once a healthy, active, and vibrant young woman with ambitions to build a career in music education, sustained a mild traumatic brain injury, chronic migraines, neck and back pain, and post-concussive syndrome. These injuries, particularly her persistent headaches and cognitive issues, have had a devastating impact on her daily functioning, professional aspirations, and mental health.
Despite extensive and ongoing treatment—including physiotherapy, cognitive therapy, and a host of medications—her symptoms have not abated. She continues to suffer from debilitating migraines, light and sound sensitivity, poor concentration, sleep disruption, depression, and severe anxiety, particularly related to driving. These symptoms have rendered her largely disabled since the collision. Her goal of becoming a singing instructor has been severely undermined: while she obtained a basic teaching certificate, she can only manage a few lessons per week and cannot market or travel due to her anxiety and cognitive limitations. Although she currently works part-time in a before-and-after-school care program, this is only possible due to workplace accommodations, a flexible schedule, and her drastically reduced workload. Her settlement included a mid-range award for non-pecuniary damages, past and future income loss, reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, and significant future care costs.
$600,000 for a promising young teacher who suffered a brain injury and severe psychological trauma in a collision that derailed her career path and left her needing lifelong treatment and support. (McVeigh, Taylor)
RHE obtained a $600,000 settlement for a 20-year-old university student and part-time behaviour interventionist who sustained serious cognitive, psychological, and physical injuries in a T-bone collision caused by a driver running a red light. The accident occurred just as she was preparing to launch her career as an elementary school teacher—an aspiration she had nurtured since childhood. While she managed to complete her education through extraordinary effort and accommodation, the lasting impact of her injuries, including a mild traumatic brain injury, chronic headaches, and debilitating mental illness, have significantly undermined her ability to function both professionally and personally.
Her post-collision symptoms include severe psychological impairments, sleep disturbance, cognitive impairment, and persistent myofascial pain. Despite returning to work as a teacher, she struggled daily with pain, sensory sensitivities, and fatigue, often needing to dim classroom lights and modify activities to manage her symptoms. Her capacity to sustain a long-term teaching career—or to pursue leadership roles like principal or vice principal, which she once planned—has been drastically reduced. Her medical prognosis confirms the chronic and disabling nature of her condition, and she will require extensive pharmacological, psychological, and physical care over the coming decades.
Her settlement included an award for non-pecuniary damages, compensation for past income loss, significant damages for future income loss given her impaired earning capacity, reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses, and substantial future care costs to address her complex and enduring injuries.
$570,000 for a 55-year-old sales manager who was crushed by a negligently maintained car while retrieving an item from his trunk, causing him to sustain chronic injury to his knee that curtailed his active lifestyle, limited his career growth, and will likely require lifelong care. (Rollmann, Pascal)
RHE secured a $570,000 settlement for a 55-year-old telecommunications manager who was seriously injured when he was pinned between two vehicles at a ferry terminal after a negligently maintained car lurched forward and crushed his leg. The Defendant claimed a parking brake failure caused the vehicle to move but failed to inspect or repair it despite prior warnings and continued to drive the vehicle for three more years after the incident. As a result of the collision, our client sustained significant soft tissue and musculoskeletal injuries to his right leg, particularly the knee, which has left him with chronic pain, swelling, instability, and a high likelihood of requiring future knee replacement surgery.
Before the collision, this individual was active, healthy, and pain-free, regularly playing racket sports and living an unrestricted lifestyle. Following the incident, he has been unable to return to most of his recreational activities, gained considerable weight due to inactivity, and experienced a notable change in personality and quality of life. Although he returned to work, his ability to advance professionally or take on more demanding roles has been compromised due to physical limitations. His settlement included a mid-range claim for non-pecuniary damages, a claim for past and prospective income loss, reimbursement for out-of-pocket treatment expenses and additional future care costs for ongoing therapies, mobility aids, and potential post-surgical recovery support.
$550,000 for a professional golfer and instructor who was severely injured in a t-bone collision, leaving him with chronic shoulder damage, loss of career opportunities, and permanent disability that forced him to abandon his profession. (MacPherson, Clark)
RHE obtained a $550,000 settlement for a professional golfer and certified instructor who sustained life-altering injuries after being t-boned by a vehicle that ran a red light. Prior to the incident, this individual was in excellent physical health with no history of shoulder injuries and had built a promising career in golf, including recent tournament success and increasing client demand for lessons. As a result of the crash, he suffered a partial thickness tear of the supraspinatus tendon in his shoulder, subacromial bursitis, and possible labral damage, which ultimately required surgery. Despite extensive rehabilitation, he continues to suffer from chronic shoulder, neck, and back pain, sleep disruption, and reduced mobility, leaving his prognosis guarded.
His injuries forced him to stop teaching golf, his primary source of income, and ultimately change careers, taking a membership sales role with a lower base salary and uncertain long-term viability. His career trajectory as a golf instructor or head professional was cut short, and his anticipated annual earnings in a senior golf role are no longer attainable. Additionally, he has ongoing physical and mental impairments and may require further surgery. His settlement included a mid-range claim for non-pecuniary damages for pain and suffering, past and future loss of income, and extensive costs for future medical and rehabilitative care to manage his chronic condition.
$543,587 for a 24-year-old man who sustained serious and life-altering injuries after being rear-ended by a distracted driver. (Faris, Anthony)
RHE secured a $543,587 settlement for a 24-year-old man who sustained serious and life-altering injuries after being rear-ended by a distracted driver. Our client, who was 19 at the time of the collision, was stopped at a stop sign when the defendant struck his vehicle at speed, causing major vehicle damage and significant personal injuries. Previously in excellent physical and mental health, the Plaintiff was a highly active young man who worked full-time in physically demanding groundskeeping, played organized hockey, golfed regularly, snowboarded, and rode dirt bikes. Following the crash, he developed chronic and persistent symptoms including neck, back, and right shoulder pain, headaches, numbness in his arm and fingers, and post-concussion syndrome with cognitive issues such as memory loss, dizziness, and sensitivity to light and sound. He also developed anxiety, low mood, sleep disturbance, and a chronic pain disorder.
Despite consistent treatment including physiotherapy, post-concussion protocols, neurological consultation, and rehabilitation, his prognosis remains poor, with medical experts confirming his injuries will persist throughout his life. The collision deeply impaired his enjoyment of life, disrupted his recreational activities, he has stopped snowboarding and sold his dirt bike, and limited his ability to grow his business and maintain consistent work. While he continues to engage in some activities, he does so with pain and reduced satisfaction. The settlement compensates for non-pecuniary damages (pain and suffering), past and future income loss, treatment costs, and future care needs over his anticipated 60-year lifespan, reflecting the significant and enduring impact the collision has had on his personal and professional life.
