Date of Collision: September 27, 2025 – Newport Beach, Orange County
Settlement: $65,000
Settlement Date: June 4, 2026
Case Overview
The plaintiff was lawfully turning into a business driveway when the defendant, who was illegally parked and distracted by mobile directions, suddenly pulled forward and t-boned the plaintiff’s vehicle. HHJ Trial Attorneys represented the plaintiff and resolved the case for $65,000.
How the Collision Happened
The defendant was illegally parked at a red curb while distracted by a phone for directions. Without looking, the defendant propelled forward from the illegal spot and t-boned the plaintiff’s vehicle as the plaintiff turned into a business driveway.
Injuries Sustained
The plaintiff suffered post-traumatic headaches, cervical radiculopathy, annular ruptures and tears at C5-C6 and C6-C7 with spinal canal stenosis and nerve root impingement, and a left shoulder superior labrum tear with partial tendon tears.
How the Case Was Resolved
The plaintiff’s injuries required intensive conservative care and multiple advanced injection procedures. HHJ Trial Attorneys secured the full available policy limits from the defendant’s insurer, plus additional underinsured motorist coverage from the plaintiff’s own insurer, for a total recovery of $65,000.
Result
Total Recovery: $65,000
