Commercial Vehicle Wreck Wrongful Death | $2,850,000 Settlement

Overview:
We represented the family of a man who was killed in a collision involving an employee of a large construction company.
Injuries:
Wrongful death.
Challenges:
The case was complicated by disputed fault, and because our client had passed away, we could not obtain his version of events. The initial investigation did not result in any traffic citation against the defendant driver, and no breathalyzer test was performed at the scene.
Our Work:
We located a witness from a 911 call who provided critical information suggesting the defendant driver was showing signs that had been drinking before the wreck and was intoxicated. We also conducted an extensive background check, uncovering the driver’s troubling criminal and driving history. We argued that the construction company had been negligent in hiring him to operate a vehicle in the first place.
Result:
We secured a $2,850,000 settlement for the decedent’s family, helping them achieve justice and financial support after their tragic loss.