Our client, a teenager, was seriously hurt while riding as a passenger in a car driven by a family friend. The driver was speeding and had been drinking alcohol. The car hit a curb, spun out of control, and crashed into a brick wall near a fire station. The impact was severe, and the vehicle didn't stop until nearly 200 feet after the initial crash.
Our client suffered a concussion along with blurred vision, slurred speech, migraines, chest bruising, and neck and back injuries. These symptoms affected daily life and caused ongoing pain, stress, and difficulty sleeping.
While the claim involved a close personal relationship, our team carefully advocated for the injured passenger while handling the situation with sensitivity. By presenting medical support and research showing how concussions can impact a person long-term, we were able to secure a fair outcome without going to court. In the end, our client received a $200,000 settlement, which was double the original offer.
This settlement helped pay medical bills and provided meaningful compensation for pain, suffering, and any future care that may be needed. Most importantly, it gave our client peace of mind. After experiencing multiple accidents in a short period of time, this resolution helped him finally feel like they could move forward and focus on healing.
