Date of Collision: July 4, 2025 – Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County
Settlement: $250,000
Settlement Date: June 16, 2026
Case Overview
The plaintiff was a restrained passenger in a vehicle traveling through an intersection on a green light in Santa Clarita when the defendant, traveling at a high rate of speed, ran a red light and entered the intersection. HHJ Trial Attorneys represented the plaintiff and resolved the case for $250,000.
How the Collision Happened
The defendant failed to stop at a red light while traveling at a high rate of speed, causing a t-bone collision with the plaintiff’s vehicle, which had the right-of-way on a green light. The impact caused both vehicles to spin out of control and triggered airbag deployments.
Injuries Sustained
The plaintiff suffered severe multi-system injuries, including neck pain, intermittent headaches, forehead soreness, nose pain, and left eye pain with a black eye and laceration. The plaintiff also sustained a full-thickness ACL tear with medial and lateral meniscus tears in the left knee, along with left knee abrasion, and a partial ACL tear, lateral meniscus tear, and patella fracture affecting the right side.
How the Case Was Resolved
The plaintiff required intensive medical treatment for the fractured patella and multiple ligament tears. Through diligent legal advocacy, HHJ Trial Attorneys secured a total settlement of $250,000 to cover the plaintiff’s extensive medical needs and recovery.
Result
Total Recovery: $250,000
