$750,000
Motor Vehicle Accident — Rear-End Collision
What Happened
Our client was driving on the highway when another driver struck them from behind at speed. This is one of the most common types of collisions in New York – and also one of the most damaging, because the force of a rear-end impact at highway speed transmits directly into the spine of the driver in front.
Liability Was Clear From the Start
The at-fault driver admitted fault at the scene. The police report documented that admission. In cases where liability is clear and documented, the dispute shifts entirely to the value of the injuries – and that is where insurance companies frequently try to minimize what they pay.
The Injuries
Our client underwent back surgery as a result of the injuries sustained in the crash. Surgery is not undertaken lightly – it reflects a level of injury that could not be managed conservatively, and it carries real risks, real recovery time, and real impact on a person’s daily life and ability to work.
The Resolution
Because liability was established clearly and the medical evidence was well-documented, the case was able to move efficiently toward resolution. The insurance company understood that the evidence was strong and that the cost of litigating through trial would not produce a better outcome for them.
The case settled for $750,000.
Speed of resolution is not always a measure of case strength – but here, the clarity of the liability evidence and the strength of the medical record allowed our client to receive fair compensation without years of unnecessary delay.