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When the Result Means Everything
Personal Injury
$109.5 Million Verdict in San Antonio Gas Explosion
The trial team of Michael Lyons, Chris Simmons, Chris Carr, P. Wes Black, and Michael Wozniak secured a $109.5 million verdict against CPS Energy for its failure to properly maintain its gas system, leading to a natural gas explosion and fire. The fire caused extensive burns and permanent disabilities to one resident and other physical and mental trauma within the family.
Medical Negligence
$10.1 Million Verdict in Medical Negligence Case
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound was found “willfully and wantonly” negligent after delays in emergency care left a woman permanently paralyzed. The high-stakes case exposes deep institutional failures and raises serious questions about ER safety standards.
Personal Injury
Record-Setting Wrongful Death Verdict
In a landmark Midland County trial, Lyons & Simmons secured a $5.9 million verdict against an energy company whose unsafe weather policy led to a devastating crash that claimed four lives—including three children.
Oil & Gas
Wrongful Death Oilfield Disaster
When oilfield negligence turns deadly, Lyons & Simmons stands with grieving families. In this tragic Oklahoma explosion case, the firm fights to hold companies accountable for ignoring safety rules that led to a worker’s death
More Cases That Made a Difference
Wrongful Death- Drunk Driver Crashes into Home
The family whose daughter was fatally injured when a drunk driver slammed into their home bring negligence and wrongful death claims against a local bar.
Musician Mowed Down by Motorist
A well-known performer who suffers life-altering injuries after being struck by a negligent driver in an Austin parking lot.
New Mexico Helicopter Crash
Our firm represented the family of Paul David Cobb, a Vietnam veteran who lost his life in a 2018 helicopter crash, reaching a significant confidential settlement to help his loved ones find closure and honor his legacy.
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