Date of Collision: September 27, 2022 – San Diego, San Diego County
Settlement: $1,500,000 (policy limits)
Settlement Date: June 25, 2026
Case Overview
The plaintiff was completely stopped at a red turn arrow when the defendant, driving a commercial vehicle at an excessive speed and under the influence of prescription drugs, struck an initial vehicle before violently T-boning the plaintiff’s stopped vehicle. HHJ Trial Attorneys, a commercial truck accident lawyer firm, represented the plaintiff and resolved the case for $1,500,000.
How the Collision Happened
The defendant operated a business truck at a high rate of speed while under the influence of prescription drugs, failing to slow or stop before colliding with a primary vehicle and T-boning the plaintiff’s stopped vehicle. The severe impact shattered the windows and left the plaintiff with extensive lacerations and severe spinal and cognitive trauma.
Injuries Sustained
The plaintiff suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) with a closed head injury and concussion; cognitive impairments involving short-term memory loss; temporomandibular joint (TMJ) myofascial pain disorder; L1 and L2 spinal compression fractures; multiple cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc protrusions with annular tears requiring a right L4-L5 hemilaminectomy and microdiscectomy; an ear laceration requiring glass removal; and multiple cuts and contusions.
How the Case Was Resolved
Following extensive litigation, including full verified discovery and deposition proceedings, the defense admitted liability. HHJ Trial Attorneys resolved the case for the full insurance policy limits of $1,500,000 prior to the commencement of trial.
Result
Total Recovery: $1,500,000 – the full policy limits.
