Case Summary
Fowler | Helsel | Vogt secured a policy limits settlement of $1,000,000 on behalf of our client. The settlement stemmed from a motorcycle collision in which a small trailer detached from an old truck and hit the front tire of his motorcycle causing a crash that resulted in a partial amputation of his leg.
Facts of the Case
Our client was riding with a few friends up a mountain road when suddenly, a trailer that was negligently attached to an older truck became detached and struck the wheel of our client’s motorcycle causing him to spin out and crash. The crash left severe injuries to his lower leg, and he was rushed to emergency surgery.
Treatment
Our client underwent significant medical treatment including an emergency surgery that resulted in the partial amputation of his lower leg.
Legal Strategy
The Defendant driver did not have adequate insurance. However, Fowler | Helsel | Vogt was able to locate an additional insurance policy on the trailer. It was this insurance policy that ultimately was the source of compensation for our client.
Settlement Terms
Fowler | Helsel | Vogt successfully negotiated payment of the full $1 million dollar policy limits from the Defendant compensating our client for his injury and his pain and suffering.
Conclusion
All accidents are unique. Look beyond the obvious to find out what the case is really about and how you can utilize your legal knowledge to obtain just compensation for your clients. At Fowler | Helsel | Vogt, we always fight for full justice.
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