Case Study: $230,000 Settlement for Client Struck from Behind by a Speeding Delivery Truck

Incident Overview

CASE SETTLEMENT: $230K

Referral Type: Google

In a case handled by the Rebecca Kay Sapp Law Firm, our client was rear-ended by a delivery truck speeding down the highway near Exit 99, Jimmy Carter Blvd, in Norcross, Georgia. The collision was severe enough to total the client’s car and cause significant physical injuries.

Injuries and Medical Treatment

Our client experienced both visible and internal injuries, including:

• Visible injuries to the face, including a nosebleed following the accident.
• Neck pain that radiated down the arm, causing numbness and tingling sensations in the forearm and hand.
• Diagnosis of facet syndrome in the neck and back, causing chronic pain and stiffness.
• Bilateral facet arthropathy, a condition affecting the joints in the spine.
• Nerve damage in the arm, leading to ongoing issues with mobility and pain.

The client underwent two rounds of facet injections to manage pain in the neck and back. Despite treatment, the injuries continue to affect the client’s quality of life, particularly the nerve damage in the arm, which may require further medical attention.

Legal Strategy and Case Resolution

This case involved a commercial delivery truck, adding a layer of complexity due to the company’s potential liability and the higher insurance limits typically available in such cases. Our legal team immediately began gathering evidence, including the speeding records of the truck driver and witness statements to strengthen our client’s claim.

We negotiated with the delivery company’s insurance carrier, ensuring that our client’s injuries, medical expenses, and long-term pain were fully accounted for. In the end, we secured a $230,000 settlement to cover the client’s medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future medical care for ongoing nerve damage.

Key Takeaways

1. Speeding delivery trucks pose serious risks: The negligence of a speeding truck driver led to a devastating accident, emphasizing the importance of holding commercial drivers accountable for unsafe driving practices.
2. Nerve damage and chronic pain can have long-term effects: The nerve damage and facet syndrome sustained by our client required multiple rounds of injections and will likely necessitate future medical treatment, which was factored into the settlement.
3. Higher stakes in commercial vehicle accidents: Delivery companies often carry higher insurance limits, making it possible to negotiate substantial settlements when their drivers are at fault.

At the Rebecca Kay Sapp Law Firm, we are committed to obtaining justice for our clients, especially in cases involving commercial vehicles. This $230,000 settlement provides our client with the compensation needed to cover current and future medical expenses, as well as the pain and suffering caused by the accident.