Our client was injured in a rear-end crash on a highway in Lafayette County, Missouri. Traffic slowed when a vehicle ahead attempted a U-turn, and our client reduced speed to avoid a collision. Unfortunately, the driver behind him failed to stop in time and struck his vehicle from the rear.
As a result of the crash, our client suffered serious injuries to his hand and fingers that required surgery. He also re-injured a previously repaired abdominal hernia, which ultimately required another surgical procedure.
The insurance company initially offered just $50,000 under the underinsured motorist claim. We believed the case was worth substantially more and continued fighting for fair compensation. Our car accident lawyer conducted an investigation, prepared our client for deposition, and worked through the litigation process to build a strong case.
Through mediation and continued advocacy, we secured a successful outcome that included a $250,000 pre-litigation settlement, a $250,000 settlement during the litigation process, and a $180,000 workers' compensation settlement, totaling in $680,000 for our client.
