T-Bone Collision Involving DUI – Broward County, FL
Date of Incident: 2023
Result: $390,000 Settlement. Significant recovery after disputed liability and injury claims.
Case Summary:
In 2023, our client was involved in a T-bone collision in Broward County when a commercial vehicle ran a red traffic light. The crash caused severe injuries that required extensive medical treatment.
The at-fault driver’s insurance company attempted to avoid responsibility by claiming that our client’s injuries were caused by a failure to wear a seatbelt and that the injuries existed prior to the crash. Faced with these accusations, our client retained Bodden & Bennett Law Group to pursue justice.
Outcome:
Our attorneys filed a lawsuit and litigated the case for more than a year. Through detailed investigation, strong evidence, and persistent advocacy, we were able to demonstrate that the crash caused the injuries and that liability rested with the at-fault driver.
As a result, the insurance company made a significant settlement offer of $390,000, which was more than twenty-six times the pre-lawsuit offer.
Legal Takeaway:
Insurance companies often rely on defenses such as seatbelt use and pre-existing conditions to limit payouts. A thorough legal strategy can overcome these arguments and secure full and fair compensation.
