At Byrd & Byrd, results are not just measured in verdicts and settlements — they are measured in the real, lasting impact we make in our clients’ lives. We are proud of our record of success both in and out of the courtroom. From significant trial victories to favorable settlements and strategic resolutions, our attorneys work tirelessly to secure the outcomes our clients deserve.
Whether negotiating complex matters before trial or presenting compelling arguments in front of a judge or jury, we approach every case with the same commitment: preparation, integrity, and an unwavering focus on achieving the best possible result. Our dedication has earned the trust of individuals, families, and businesses across Maryland, and we remain honored to be our clients’ advocates when it matters most.
Success is never guaranteed — but hard work, experience, and relentless advocacy make a difference. Our team brings all three to every case.
Byrd & Byrd Secures Verdict Returning Classic Car and Monetary Damages for Client
Byrd & Byrd successfully obtained a verdict returning a valuable classic automobile to our client, its rightful owner, along with a $15,000 monetary judgment, following a full-day trial in the District Court of Maryland for Prince George’s County.
Our client, a seasoned gentleman, entrusted his classic car to an auto repair shop and paid thousands of dollars for repairs. Instead of honoring that trust, the shop took advantage of him and wrongfully refused to return his vehicle. After a contentious trial, Byrd & Byrd trial attorney Daniel J. Bierc, Esquire, proved violations of the Maryland Consumer Protection Act, resulting in the recovery of the vehicle and a significant financial award.
This case reflects Byrd & Byrd’s commitment to holding businesses accountable and protecting consumers—particularly seniors—from unfair and deceptive practices.
Byrd & Byrd Wins $1.44 Million Verdict in Major Elder Financial Exploitation Case
Byrd & Byrd obtained a $1,443,898.16 verdict on behalf of its client in a landmark elder financial exploitation case brought under the newly enacted Maryland’s Statute Against Financial Exploitation (SAFE Act) in the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County.
Trial attorneys Timothy Leahy and Michael Clancy represented an elderly man suffering from dementia whose own family members engaged in fraud and theft against him. After litigation, the court found in favor of our client, delivering a substantial verdict that not only compensated him for his losses but also affirmed the protections afforded to vulnerable adults under Maryland law.
Notably, the court also ordered the defendants to pay all of our client’s attorneys’ fees, a powerful and distinctive remedy available under the SAFE Act. This result underscores Byrd & Byrd’s dedication to protecting seniors and aggressively pursuing justice in cases of financial abuse and exploitation.
When Medical Negligence Causes Harm, We Deliver Results
Byrd & Byrd successfully represented the surviving family members of a 68-year-old woman whose preventable death followed a cascade of medical failures during and after orthopedic surgery.
Our client was hospitalized after sustaining a knee injury from a fall. Despite a pre-operative evaluation documenting severe aortic stenosis—a serious and well-known cardiac condition—she was cleared for surgery. Following the procedure, her medical providers failed to appropriately monitor her oxygen levels and laboratory values. When physical therapy evaluated her the following afternoon, she was found to be drowsy, dizzy, and critically hypoxic, with oxygen saturation levels dangerously low. Although these findings were reported to hospital staff, the patient was later discovered unresponsive. A code was called, blood transfusions were given, and she subsequently passed away.
Attorneys Timothy Leahy and Patricia Cleary pursued claims against the hospital, treating providers, and consulting specialists involved in her care. After extensive and hard-fought litigation, the case was successfully resolved prior to trial, securing meaningful compensation for the family.
This result reflects Byrd & Byrd’s commitment to holding medical providers accountable and advocating for families harmed by failures in patient safety and post-operative care.
Byrd & Byrd Secures Resolution in Serious Medical Device Malfunction Case
Attorneys Toby Byrd, Patricia Cleary, and Michael Clancy successfully negotiated a resolution of a lawsuit brought on behalf of a client who suffered a catastrophic injury during heart valve replacement surgery due to a malfunctioning infusion pump.
As a result of the device failure, the client sustained an aortic dissection, leading to permanent and life-altering consequences. He now must strictly manage his blood pressure within a narrow range and is unable to engage in physical exertion, including everyday activities such as lifting his grandchildren. The injury also caused a prolonged hospitalization and will require ongoing medical care and monitoring for the remainder of his life.
Leveraging deep litigation experience, Byrd & Byrd achieved a powerful resolution that delivered accountability and meaningful, long-term security for the client and his family.
Protection of an Elderly Homeowner from Financial Exploitation
Our firm successfully represented the estate of an elderly woman who was the victim of financial exploitation and undue influence. After being befriended by a real estate professional and her adult son, the client was persuaded to grant them access to her finances and to transfer the deed to her home based on promises of lifetime care and the ability to remain in her residence.
When a concerned neighbor discovered that the client was living in unsafe and neglectful conditions, immediate steps were taken to secure medical care and protect her legal interests. Our attorneys were retained to investigate the circumstances surrounding the property transfer and to pursue corrective legal action.
The matter proceeded to a highly contested four-day trial, with Timothy Leahy serving as lead trial counsel and Patricia Cleary as second chair. Following the presentation of evidence and witness testimony, the court returned a verdict in favor of the estate. As a result, the property was restored to the estate, holding accountable those who abused a position of trust and preserving the client’s legacy.
Major Verdict for Breach of Fiduciary Duty and Financial Exploitation
Following a highly contested four-day bench trial in the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County, Byrd & Byrd, LLC obtained a verdict exceeding $500,000 arising from egregious breaches of fiduciary duty and financial exploitation of a disabled widow.
Timothy P. Leahy, appointed by the Court as Guardian of Property, led an extensive investigation revealing that the client’s sister—acting under a power of attorney—conspired with a third party to misappropriate the client’s funds for personal use. The defendants engaged in systematic daily cash withdrawals, unauthorized large transfers, and diversion of funds to satisfy personal debts and acquire real property.
The Court found the defendants liable for civil conspiracy, conversion, unjust enrichment, constructive fraud, and violations of Maryland’s Statute Against Financial Exploitation (SAFE Act). The judgment included compensatory damages, treble damages, prejudgment interest, and attorneys’ fees exceeding $100,000—affirming the Court’s willingness to impose substantial remedies where fiduciaries abuse positions of trust.
This verdict highlights Byrd & Byrd’s depth of experience in complex fiduciary litigation and its effectiveness in holding fiduciaries accountable and recovering assets wrongfully taken from vulnerable individuals.