A recent success story highlights the complexities of representing a client involved in two separate motor vehicle accidents within a short timeframe. Morici, Longo & Associates secured settlements totaling $124,500 for a client who faced significant medical challenges and liability disputes following two collisions occurring just two and a half months apart.
The First Collision: A High-Energy Rollover
In the initial accident, the client was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a co-worker. The driver lost control on black ice, causing a single-car rollover accident on the expressway. The client remained suspended upside down until his seatbelt released, dropping him on his head. This high-energy impact caused immediate injuries to his neck and shoulder.
While the at-fault driver carried only the state-required minimum of $25,000, the insurance carrier agreed to pay $24,500 to settle the claim and avoid further litigation exposure.
The Second Collision: Aggravating Existing Injuries
While still recovering from the first accident, the client was involved in a second crash two months later. A vehicle failed to yield the right of way while attempting to cut through moving traffic, striking the client’s vehicle. This second impact resulted in immediate complaints of lower back pain.
If you have been injured in a collision, contact an experienced Chicago injury attorney at Morici, Longo & Associates by calling (312) 779-0366 or visiting our online contact form for a consultation.
Overcoming Denials and Securing the $100,000 Policy Limit
The client eventually required cervical fusion surgery following a delay in treatment. The insurance provider for the second driver, who had a $100,000 policy limit, initially denied liability. They argued that the client’s need for surgery was caused entirely by the first rollover accident rather than the second collision.
Chicago Injury Attorney Andrew Mazzuca of Morici, Longo & Associates successfully argued that the second collision significantly aggravated the injuries from the first accident and contributed to the necessity of the cervical fusion. Faced with the prospect of a jury trial, the carrier ultimately agreed to tender the full $100,000 policy limit.
Trusted Legal Representation in Chicago, IL
This result is one of hundreds obtained by Attorney Andrew Mazzuca for those injured due to the negligence of others. If you are struggling with medical bills and insurance denials after a car accident in Chicago, IL, our legal team is ready to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
Reach out to Morici, Longo & Associates today at (312) 779-0366 or fill out our contact form to speak with a dedicated professional about your case.