When an off-duty metro Atlanta area police officer was directing traffic at a local event, he could never have imagined how that day would change his life. Amid the heavy traffic flow coming and going from the event, tragedy struck. In a moment, a vehicle hit the officer with such force that he was thrown ten feet from where he was standing, landing on his shoulder and crushing the bones. The injury he sustained required extensive medical treatment and left him with irreparable damage.
The Long Battle for Recovery
Despite the large size of the event and the many people surrounding the officer at the time of the accident, no witnesses came forward to speak to the police at the scene. Unfortunately, this is a common occurrence in such situations. Without direct witness statements and with a complex medical situation to face, the path to recovery, both physically and financially, was far from simple.
Full Medical Recovery Would Not Be Possible
When doctors initially assessed the officer’s shoulder, the decision was made to repair the damage caused by the accident surgically. However, when the surgeons were finally able to identify the true extent of the damage, they realized that a full repair would be impossible. A second surgery was then required to reverse the first procedure, followed by months of intense physical therapy to allow the officer to gain as much future use of his arm as possible. Even after these intense efforts, only about 80% of recovery was possible.
Finding the Right Team
Although the officer had originally started with another law firm, he found himself seeking a different legal team. Walking into Farah & Farah’s Atlanta office eight months after the accident, the officer met Thomas McCoy, who immediately put his new client at ease by setting clear, honest expectations about the case.
Compassionate and Diligent Personal Injury Attorneys
Thomas and his legal assistant, Reina Santos, provided consistent communication throughout the process and helped the client feel more at ease. As Thomas mentioned, “Building trust is a cornerstone in our work as attorneys. Clients come to us during some incredibly difficult moments in their lives, and we work to make them whole again. As my legal assistant, Reina is especially gifted in this area, with unwavering kindness and empathy, she always provides for our clients.” Reina’s compassionate support was crucial to building the relationship our client needed.
Securing Justice for a Deserving Client
Despite the obstacles, Farah & Farah’s Atlanta team secured a total settlement of $200,000 for our client. This provided payment for the officer’s medical bills and some additional support for his future. Thanks to the hard work and persistence of Thomas and his team, our client was able to receive policy limits not just from the at-fault driver’s insurance policy but also from his own insurance policy’s underinsured motorist coverage.
Farah’s Personal Injury Lawyers Help Clients Move Forward
Although the accident left our client with permanent damage, he can now look to his future with renewed confidence. Through the unwavering dedication of the Farah & Farah team and his own resilience, our client has been able to continue his service as a police officer, support his loved ones, and regain control of his life.
Let Us Help You Reclaim Your Future
Through skilled legal representation and genuine care, Farah & Farah helped turn this painful chapter of our client’s life into a story of justice, recovery, and hope. If you or someone you love has suffered a life-changing injury, our relentless personal injury team is here to help you piece your life back together. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation and let our experienced team fight for you.
