Pedestrians have little protection when they are struck by a vehicle, and the injuries can have lasting physical and financial consequences. At The Sanders Law Firm, we know that cases involving serious injuries often depend on thorough preparation, strong evidence, and being ready for trial when necessary.
Our client, a 62-year-old home attendant, was crossing Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan on her way to work. She was crossing with the pedestrian walk signal when the defendant made a left turn from a cross street and struck her.
The collision caused serious injuries that required a lumbar vertebrectomy. As a result of those injuries, our client was unable to return to work and now relies on a cane.
We Reached a $900,000 Settlement Before Trial
After depositions were completed, we demanded that the insurance carrier tender its $1,250,000 policy limit. The case was then transferred to attorneys Mark Bernstein and Jennifer Gerdes to prepare for trial.
By the time settlement discussions continued, our attorneys had completed the work necessary to take the case before a jury. That trial preparation increased the pressure on the insurance company, which faced the possibility of an excess verdict if the case proceeded to trial. Following additional negotiations, the parties agreed to settle the case for $900,000.
We also negotiated a reduction of our client’s $200,000 medical lien to zero, allowing her to keep substantially more of her recovery instead of repaying those funds to a private health insurance company.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, The Sanders Law Firm can review your case and explain your legal options during a free consultation. Contact us today for a free consultation.
