Firm Attorney Austin R. Diaz secured a $550,000 settlement for a client who suffered significant injuries when a distracted driver crashed into her vehicle at full speed while she was stopped at a red light. Both vehicles were totaled.
The at-fault driver was working at the time of the crash, making the case more complex with multiple defendants, several layers of insurance carriers, varying coverage, and separate adjusters disputing responsibility for the claim. Austin fought to preserve critical evidence, secured payment from the primary insurance carrier and continued negotiating with the excess carriers, which disputed whether the crash caused the client’s injuries because of her age and prior medical history.
Although she required additional treatment, the client’s responsibilities as her husband’s sole caregiver prevented her from receiving that care. She also lost her job as a result of her injuries and faced an especially difficult year. She trusted Austin’s recommendation not to accept earlier offers, and his skilled advocacy and persistence ultimately increased her recovery by an additional $200,000.
At Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel – Florida Injury Lawyers, we have the experience and resources to take on complex cases involving multiple defendants and layers of insurance coverage. If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, call us at 561-655-2028 or visit lesserlawfirm.com.
