Our firm successfully secured the full policy limits from USAA for our client after a car crash in Overland Park, Kansas. Our client, a 38-year-old technology specialist, suffered a concussion and spine injuries after a head-on collision with a distracted driver.
Distracted Driver Crash in Overland Park, Kansas
On the morning of May 22, 2023, our client was stopped at a red light on westbound 115th Street at the intersection of Outlook Street. When the traffic signal turned to a solid green arrow, he began to make a left turn onto southbound Outlook Street. At the same time, another driver, traveling eastbound on 115th Street, disregarded the red light, failed to reduce speed, and entered the intersection. The vehicles collided head-on.
An eyewitness corroborated the events, stating that the at-fault driver failed to stop or slow down for the red light. The impact was so severe that airbags deployed in both vehicles, and both sustained disabling damage that required towing. The police report determined that the other driver was solely at fault and cited her for failing to stop at the red light.
Head and Spine Injuries & Treatment
The collision caused significant injuries to our client, including a concussion, cervical radiculopathy, and spinal injuries with disc protrusions and displacement causing stenosis and nerve impingement. He also sustained soft tissue injuries, muscle spasms, and chronic pain affecting his neck, upper back, and chest.
His treatment involved extensive diagnostic imaging, chiropractic care, pain management, and interventional procedures, including trigger point injections, epidural steroid injections, medial branch blocks, and cervical radiofrequency ablation. Despite months of therapy and treatment, he continued to experience residual pain and limited mobility.
Recovery for Pain & Suffering
Before the accident, our client was a healthy and active professional who excelled in his role as a digital and technology specialist. The injuries drastically affected his ability to perform daily tasks, both at work and at home. Prolonged sitting worsened his pain, and he faced challenges with concentration, memory, and overall productivity. His once-active lifestyle, including exercising and traveling, was curtailed, leading to frustration and emotional distress.
How Our Overland Park Accident Attorney Helped
Our client was understandably concerned about mounting medical bills, ongoing treatment costs, and the long-term effects on his quality of life and career. He needed an advocate who could navigate the complexities of his case while he focused on recovery. Our attorney took immediate action, gathering extensive medical documentation, eyewitness testimony, and evidence of liability to build a compelling case.
After consulting with our client, we sent a policy limit demand to USAA, the at-fault driver’s insurance carrier, and demonstrated the substantial economic and non-economic damages caused by their insured’s negligence. We successfully secured the full policy limits of $100,000, ensuring our client could address his current and future medical needs, as well as compensate for his pain and suffering.
Securing a Better Future
This settlement provided our client with the financial resources necessary to continue his recovery and adjust to the lasting effects of the accident. We are proud to have played a role in helping him secure justice and look forward to seeing him rebuild his life.
