Our client was exiting a parking lot in Lawrence, MA, when, without warning, a reckless driver traveling northbound at excessive speed crashed violently into the driver’s side of our client’s vehicle.
The impact was so severe that it spun our client’s vehicle 360 degrees before coming to rest on the sidewalk. When police arrived on scene, they found our client unconscious in his vehicle with the driver’s side door so badly damaged that it could not be opened.
Clear Evidence of Defendant's Negligence
The police investigation revealed multiple acts of reckless behavior by the defendant driver immediately before the collision, which included the following violations:
- Made an illegal U-turn on a red light in the middle of a busy intersection
- Accelerated to speeds exceeding the posted 30 mph limit
- Was distracted by a cell phone call at the time of the crash
- Left the scene of the collision before being located by police
Additionally, police surveillance footage obtained from multiple businesses along the street confirmed that the defendant was driving recklessly and speeding just before slamming into our client’s vehicle. The violent collision caused our client to suffer devastating injuries requiring extensive medical treatment.
DiBella Law’s Successful $45,000 Settlement Achievement
Our legal team successfully negotiated a $45,000 settlement that provided comprehensive compensation for our client’s serious injuries and ongoing medical needs. This result reflects the permanent nature of spinal fractures and traumatic brain injury, as well as the clear liability of the defendant driver.
The settlement addressed:
- All past medical expenses for emergency and ongoing care
- Lost wages due to inability to work
- Vehicle replacement costs
- Pain and suffering from multiple fractures and a brain injury
- Ongoing limitations from permanent spinal injuries
- Future medical costs for continued pain management
Holding Reckless Drivers Accountable in Massachusetts
This case demonstrates the serious consequences of distracted and reckless driving. Drivers who choose to speed, run red lights, and use cell phones while driving must be held accountable for the devastating injuries they cause to innocent victims.
Our legal team understands the life-changing impact of serious motor vehicle accidents and the unique challenges faced by victims with traumatic brain injuries and spinal fractures. We are committed to fighting for maximum compensation while our clients focus on their recovery.
If a reckless or distracted driver has seriously injured you or a loved one, our experienced Lawrence personal injury lawyers are here to help. We will thoroughly investigate the collision, work with accident reconstruction experts, and fight for the full compensation you deserve under the law.
Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your motor vehicle accident case and learn about your legal rights.
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