$232,500
Car Accident
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Case Details
A 24-year-old passenger suffered a fractured neck (C2 and C7) and multiple other fractures (scapular, rib, wrist, skull) when her intoxicated friend rolled her vehicle at high speed. The driver was charged with criminal vehicular operation. Injuries required halo bracing for over 4 months and six months off work.
Additional Notes
Liability and coverage questions were involved, including a potential dram shop claim against the bar. Recovery against the bar was limited to $62,500. Combined limits from the friend's personal liability policies totaled $150,000. Total medical expenses approximately $97,000, lost wages approximately $20,000.