Rear-End Collision in Stop-and-Go Traffic on I-78 In Stone Mountain

Incident Overview

CASE SETTLEMENT: $250K

Referral Type: Word Of Mouth

We recently represented a client who was rear-ended while in stop-and-go traffic on I-78 near the Stone Mountain exit. The impact was severe enough to total our client’s vehicle and left them with substantial injuries, requiring extensive medical treatment and long-term care. This case illustrates the serious effects that even low-speed, rear-end collisions can have, particularly when they result in complex spinal injuries.

Injuries and Medical Treatment

The collision caused multiple significant injuries to our client, including:

• Bursitis in the hip, leading to chronic pain and mobility issues
• Four herniated discs in the neck causing spinal cord compression, which posed a risk of further neurological damage
• Facet joint syndrome in the back, contributing to persistent back pain and stiffness
• Neck surgery to address spinal cord compression and alleviate pain

Our client’s treatment involved several advanced procedures, including facet injections in the lower back to manage joint pain and reduce inflammation. Despite these interventions, they faced a lengthy recovery and ongoing pain management needs.

Legal Strategy and Case Resolution

Given the nature of the injuries and the high cost of medical treatment, our team at the Rebecca Kay Sapp Law Firm pursued the maximum available compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance. Despite the accident occurring in stop-and-go traffic, we demonstrated that the resulting injuries were severe and required aggressive representation to obtain fair compensation.

Through strategic documentation and medical evidence, we built a compelling case to reflect the true impact of the injuries on our client’s quality of life. Our efforts successfully secured a settlement for the full $250,000 policy limit from the at-fault driver’s insurance, providing vital financial support for medical costs, ongoing care, and pain management.

Key Takeaways

1. Minor property damage does not equal minor injuries: Despite the appearance of minimal vehicle damage, the injuries sustained in this case were serious and required significant medical intervention.
2. Comprehensive medical documentation is essential: By working closely with our client’s medical team, we were able to fully document the extent of her injuries and treatments, ensuring a strong case for maximum compensation.
3. Aggressive pursuit of full policy limits: We secured a settlement for the full $250,000 policy limits, which covered all available compensation from the at-fault party’s insurance.

At the Rebecca Kay Sapp Law Firm, we are committed to fighting for every dollar our clients are entitled to, especially when serious injuries arise from accidents that may initially seem minor.