The Occupational Cancer Trial Attorneys of Allen Stewart, P.C. are Passionate About Helping People Harmed By Others
Three words: Experience. Commitment. Passion. These three words describe the attorneys at Allen Stewart, P.C. and the qualities we bring to each client’s case. These words resonate in the results we’ve achieved for our clients and the personal care and attention we give each and every person we have the honor to serve.
Our commitment and our passion are reflected in our track record: our individual attorneys have collectively amassed an impressive list of honors and recognitions. From Al Stewart being named one of the Most Successful Young Litigators in America by The National Law Journal in 2002 to Steve Baughman Jensen’s receipt of the “Trial Lawyer of the Year” award in 2006 from the venerable national public interest law firm Public Justice.
At Allen Stewart, P.C., you are doing more than hiring a law firm to represent you in your fight. You are building a relationship with a close-knit, dedicated team of professionals whose mission is to achieve the justice you deserve. We deeply value our relationships with our clients and the faith and trust they have put in us. Our goal is to provide the highest-quality legal services we can while always respecting and honoring each client as the unique person they are.
It is a privilege to serve you and your family in your fight for justice. We thank you for your confidence in Allen Stewart, P.C.
Allen Stewart is not afraid of big business. We take our mission statement seriously, “passionate about defending the rights of people harmed by others.” The attorneys at Allen Stewart, P.C. have taken on pharmaceutical cases to asbestos claims, government and even big tobacco. The firm’s victories span a wide range of issues. Listed here are some of his more significant client wins:
Virgil and Lorrie Hood v. E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Co., et al., Case No. DC-13-03619; In the District Court of Dallas County, Texas: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented an equipment painter and mechanic who developed myelodysplastic syndrome and acute myelogenous leukemia at age 57 as a result of his occupational exposure to benzene-containing paints and solvents. Allen Stewart, P.C. reached confidential settlements with many of the product manufacturers and tried the case against the non-setting defendant, DuPont.
Brett Lammers v. Energy Transportation Group, Inc. et al., Case No. BC532902; In the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented a merchant marine who worked in the engine room of various crude oil tankers during the 1980s and 90s. Mr. Lammers developed Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma as a result of his occupational exposure to benzene, solvents, and crude oil vapors. The case was tried to a Los Angeles jury in 2015.
The Estate of Jay Merrill et al. v. Pro-Point, Inc. et al., Cause No. A-12-671324-C; In the District Court of Clark County, Nevada: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented the family of Jay Merrill, who developed myelodysplastic syndrome as a result of his occupational exposure to benzene-containing cleaning solvents he used over his career as a carpet and upholstery cleaner in Las Vegas, Nevada. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the product manufacturers and distributors and reached substantial confidential settlements for Mr. Merrill’s widow and children.
Jerri Rowan v. Sherwin Williams Company, Inc. et al., Case No. CV-13-813181; In the Court of Common Pleas, Cuyahoga County, Ohio: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented Jerri Rowan in a negligence and products liability action stemming from Ms. Rowan’s occupational exposure to wood dust while working in a cabinetry manufacturing facility in Ohio. Ms. Rowan developed sinus cancer, which required surgery to remove her nose. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the wood product manufacturers and distributors who sold wood products to Ms. Rowan’s employer and reached substantial confidential settlements for Ms. Rowan.
David Schmidt v. Conrail, Inc.; Case No. 2903; In the Court of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented a railroad worker who developed myelodysplastic syndrome as a result of his occupational exposure to benzene and diesel exhaust. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the railroad company employers and reached a confidential settlements for Mr. Schmidt.
Susan Boykin and the Estate of Philip Boykin, Case No. 3:13-CV-0417-JFA; In the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina, Columbia Division: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented the widow of Philip Boykin, who worked as a motorcycle mechanic and technician in Columbia, South Carolina. Mr. Boykin developed Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma as a result of his occupational exposure to benzene-containing products he used during his work. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the product manufacturers and reached substantial confidential settlements for Mr. Boykin’s widow.
Chad Blankenship v. Bell Partners, Inc. et al.; Case No. -1-GN-13-002047; In the District Court of Travis County, Texas: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented Chad Blankenship in a negligent security cases stemming from Mr. Blankenship’s violent attack at an Austin apartment complex. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the premises owners and operators and reached a confidential settlement for Mr. Blankenship.
Derek Madrigal v. The Coca Cola Company et al.; Case No. 2013-DCL-02461; in the 197th District Court of Cameron County, Texas: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented Derek Madrigal in a negligent security cases stemming from Mr. Madrigal violent attack by gang members during Spring Breach at South Padre Island, Texas. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the premises owners and Spring Breach promoters and organizers and reached settlements for Mr. Madrigal.
Mike Phillips, et. al. v. Chesapeake Appalachia, L.L.C., et. al., Civil Action No. 3:11-MC-126; In the United States Middle District of Pennsylvania: Allen Stewart, P.C. and their co-counsel Todd O’Malley and Jeffrey Mansell represented three families in an arbitration proceeding stemming from Defendants’ negligent operation of polluting oil and gas drilling facilities near their homes.
Jill Murray v. Devon Energy Production Company, L.P. et al.; Case No. CV13-0928; In the District Court of Parker County, Texas: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented Jill Murray in a nuisance and property damages case stemming from Defendants’ operation of oil and gas facilities near Ms. Murray’s home. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the oil and gas operators and reached a confidential settlement for Ms. Murray.
Tim and Christine Ruggiero v. Aruba Petroleum, Inc.; Case No. CV010-10-801; In the District Court of Wise County, Texas: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented the Ruggieros in a nuisance and property damages case stemming from Aruba’s operation of oil and gas facilities on and near the Ruggieros’ property. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against Aruba and reached a confidential settlement for the Ruggieros.
Thomas and Rebecca Koenig v. Ashland, Inc. et al, Case No. 12-12-03188; In the Court of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented an auto manufacturing engineer who developed myelodysplastic syndrome and acute myelogenous leukemia at age 43 as a result of his occupational exposure to benzene and formaldehyde-containing paints and solvents. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case against the chemical and product manufacturers and reached confidential settlements for the Koenig family.
Maria Elena Dorantes on behalf of Victorino Dorantes et al. v. Jim Hicks, LLC et al.;In the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco: Allen Stewart, P.C. represented the family of Victorino Dorantes who worked in a fertilizer manufacturing plant in Salinas, California. Mr. Dorantes developed Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at the age of 46 as a result of his occupational exposure to various fertilizers. Allen Stewart, P.C. prosecuted the case and reached confidential settlements with the chemical manufacturers and distributors for Mr. Dorantes’ widow and three daughters.
Venue: San Francisco County, CA
Milward v. Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc., No. 09-2270 (1st Cir. Mar. 22, 2011); U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit: Steven Jensen successfully appealed and won a decision reversing a trial judge’s order excluding the testimony of an expert witness concluding that workplace exposure to benzene can cause our client’s type of leukemia. (more)
Patsy Ruth Farragut, et al. v. E.I. Dupont de Nemours and Company; Circuit Court of Jones County, Mississippi, Second Judicial District: Attorneys with Allen Stewart, P.C. successfully represented ten families in Pass Christian, Kiln and Long Beach, Mississippi in a matter involving long-term exposures to dioxins and other harmful materials released from a titanium dioxide manufacturing complex operated by E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company (“DuPont”). Allen Stewart won an initial jury trial victory in Jones County, Mississippi that was overturned on procedural grounds by the Mississippi Supreme Court. Following a retrial of that case and the trial of another matter on behalf of a young girl who died following a valiant battle with cancer, Allen Stewart, P.C. was able to secure settlements with DuPont for the remaining families to compensate for family members’ cancers and other injuries.
Delinda Clingan, et al., Individually and as Heirs to the Estate of David G. Herrin, Deceased v. Able Supply Company, et al.; Cause No. 2006-15378A, In the District Court of Harris County, Texas – 11th Judicial District
Betty Egelhoff v. Fujifilm Hunt Chemicals U.S.A., et al.; Cause No. 08063402 14, In the Circuit Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit of Florida, in and for Broward County
The Occupational Cancer Advocates at Allen Stewart, PC have devoted their careers to representing people who have been harmed by the negligent or malicious acts of others.
Having handled for many years cases involving people who have developed cancer due to toxic exposures, we have seen many cases of those harmed by the misbehavior of big corporations. We have expanded our practice areas specifically for this reason.
We are tired of watching large corporations take advantage of people and harm them. That’s why we are taking a stand for our clients!
