Bus accident claims can become more complex when an injured person has pre-existing medical conditions. Insurance companies may question whether a crash caused new injuries or simply aggravated an existing condition. At The Sanders Law Firm, we know how to present the medical evidence needed to show how an accident affected our clients.
Our client, Ms. Forbes, was riding as a passenger on an Access-A-Ride bus when it was involved in a collision with another vehicle. Although she was already confined to a wheelchair because of pre-existing medical conditions, the crash caused new injuries to her neck and back.
Her existing health conditions also limited her ability to undergo extensive treatment or pain management for these new injuries. According to the physicians who had been treating her before the accident, the collision significantly disrupted her recovery and rehabilitation, making an already challenging situation even more difficult.
We Reached a Settlement Before Trial
At The Sanders Law Firm, we understand that every case requires a strategy tailored to the client’s unique circumstances. Our attorneys carefully presented the medical evidence showing how the bus accident affected Ms. Forbes beyond her pre-existing condition and prepared the case for litigation.
During pre-trial mediation, the parties reached a settlement of $165,000, allowing our client to recover compensation without proceeding to trial.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a bus accident, The Sanders Law Firm has represented injured New Yorkers since 1967 and prepares every case with the goal of achieving the best possible outcome. Contact us today for a free consultation.
