$90K SETTLEMENT – Auto vs. Pedestrian Accident Case in San Francisco

​$90K SETTLEMENT – Auto vs. Pedestrian Accident Case in San Francisco

A 35 year-old San Francisco graphic designer was walking to work in a marked crosswalk at the intersection of Spear and Harrison Streets in the SOMA District when a car turned left and hit him.

The driver who caused the accident was distracted (suspected to be on his cellphone at the time of the accident). The impact was shocking and threw the pedestrian to the ground, so he was rushed to San Francisco General Hospital by ambulance.

He however did not sustain overly serious injuries. Fortunately, he only suffered a sprained knee and a significant laceration to his head. The pedestrian made a claim for his medical expenses, a modest loss of earnings and his pain and suffering.

He happily made the decision to settle his case for the reasonable amount of $90,000 just two months after finishing his medical treatment related to the case.

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Case Study: Pedestrian Accident in San Francisco

Client Profile

• Age: 35
• Occupation: Graphic designer
• Location: San Francisco, SOMA District

Incident Overview

• Date:
• Location: Intersection of Spear and Harrison Streets
• Cause: A car turning left struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk.
• Injuries: Sprained knee and significant laceration to the head

Legal Challenges

• Distracted driving: The at-fault driver was suspected of being on their cellphone at the time of the accident.

Legal Representation

• Law Firm: Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyer
• Services:
  • Investigation and documentation of the accident
  • Negotiation with the insurance company
  • Representation of the client in potential litigation

Outcome

• Settlement: $90,000
• Timeline: Case resolved within two months of completing medical treatment

Key Takeaways

• Importance of legal representation: A skilled personal injury attorney can effectively negotiate with insurance companies and secure fair compensation for clients.
• Quick resolution: In some cases, with proper legal representation, pedestrian accident cases can be resolved efficiently.
• Compensation for various damages: The settlement included compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering.

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