Tough Liability, Serious Injuries – One Big Win
In a case that posed major legal hurdles from the outset, our firm secured a $1 million settlement for a motorcyclist injured in a crash on a rural Delaware road. Despite the defense’s strong denial of fault and conflicting accounts of the accident, our relentless investigation and legal strategy delivered justice for our client.
The Crash: Misleading Truck Maneuver Leads to Catastrophic Collision
The accident happened on a narrow, winding road. Our client was riding behind a commercial box truck, which veered right—without a clear signal—appearing to prepare for a pull-off or right-hand turn. When our client cautiously began to pass on the left, the truck suddenly turned left into a private driveway, directly in front of the motorcycle.
The crash threw our client from his bike, resulting in multiple fractures, internal injuries, and long-term complications requiring extensive surgery and rehabilitation.
The Defense: Blaming the Motorcyclist
The truck driver claimed he had clearly signaled a left turn and that our client was at fault for passing on a double-yellow line. But our client’s version told a different story—one that reflected a confusing and unsafe maneuver by the truck driver.
Our Legal Strategy: Fighting Back with Facts and Experts
We immediately took action by:
- Hiring accident reconstruction experts
- Consulting visibility and driver behavior specialists
- Obtaining truck maintenance records and vehicle data
- Interviewing key eyewitnesses
- Demonstrating the late or faulty turn signal use
We also worked closely with a life care planner, vocational experts, and our client’s medical team to fully document the impact of his injuries.
The Result: A $1 Million Pre-Trial Settlement
Despite the contested liability, our detailed case preparation and expert reports compelled the defense to settle just before trial. The $1,000,000 recovery will provide for:
- Future medical care
- Lost income and wages
- Pain and suffering
- Financial stability for our client’s recovery journey
Helping Injured Motorcyclists Across Delaware
Motorcyclists often face an unfair bias in personal injury claims. Insurance companies are quick to point fingers, even when the true cause lies elsewhere. This case proves that thorough legal work, strategy, and determination can lead to powerful results—even in challenging cases.
Injured in a Delaware Motorcycle Crash? Contact Us Today
If you or someone you love was injured in a motorcycle accident, don’t assume you’re out of options. Contact our Delaware personal injury team today at (302) 297-7775 for a free consultation—we’re here to fight for you.