While driving for work, our client was struck on the passenger side of her vehicle by another driver. The impact caused her car to spin and flip, turning an ordinary workday into a terrifying accident. She suffered serious injuries, including internal bleeding, abdominal injuries, facial fractures, broken ribs, and a broken wrist. The crash left her shaken and facing a long road to recovery.
Even though the injuries were clearly caused by the accident, the workers' compensation carrier pushed back. They tried to blame her ongoing breathing condition (COPD) and argued that her injuries did not truly affect her ability to work. Their initial settlement offer was just $45,510, far below what was fair given the severity of the crash and its impact on her life.
We didn’t accept that. Our team brought in medical and vocational experts to clearly explain how the accident caused her injuries and why returning to work would be difficult. It wasn’t until we went to mediation with a judge that the defense fully understood how serious her injuries were and how much the accident had changed her daily life.
The case ultimately settled for $169,904 after litigation. While her medical bills were covered by insurance, this settlement gave her financial stability at a time when working consistently may no longer be possible. She was deeply appreciative of the time, effort, and care put into her case, and the outcome gave her peace of mind and a sense of security moving forward.
