When a commercial truck failed to slow for stopped traffic, our client, a devoted mother of three, was struck from behind while sitting in her SUV. The visible damage looked manageable, yet the crash set off a long season of pain, medical care, and hard choices. With her Farah & Farah attorney Joseph Nemeh by her side, she stayed patient, told the truth, and kept showing up for her family while we fought for a result that would truly protect her future.
A Clear-Cut Rear-End Collision
On a routine trip in her car, our client was facing heavy traffic. As cars became backed up, she was forced to bring her vehicle to a stop. Unfortunately for her, the commercial truck behind her didn’t do the same. The evidence told the story clearly. While the damage to our client’s vehicle was modest, the truck behind her showed more serious wreckage. The location and type of breakage provided evidence of a substantial rear-end impact. Witness accounts and the police report confirmed the situation. It was obvious our client had no fault in the accident. Liability was never in question.
How an Auto Accident Caused Permanent Injury
Soon after the crash, the persistent neck and back pain began. Not only did the accident cause the typical whiplash-type injuries, but our client was also feeling numbness and pain radiating into her arms and legs. Particularly because she had no history of injury or illness, this radiating pain pointed to a more serious problem.
Choosing Conservative Medical Care
With symptoms consistent with a disc injury, our client knew she had to seek medical help in her recovery. Not wanting to jump directly into invasive treatments, our client chose to move forward with more conservative care, beginning treatments with a chiropractor. Unfortunately, her injuries were too severe for the chiropractic manipulations to provide lasting relief. Under the guidance of an orthopedic specialist, she proceeded with targeted injections. They offered short-term relief and helped the team locate where the pain was coming from.
Pursuing Every Chance To Heal
Recognizing the seriousness of her injuries, her doctor recommended surgical repair of the disc. Still preferring a more conservative approach, our client wanted to exhaust all other treatment options before surgery. Now that the team had identified the source of her pain, with her specialist’s guidance, she chose radiofrequency ablation. This procedure uses heat to disrupt pain signals from the affected nerves and can provide longer-lasting relief. Although she remains a candidate for surgery in her neck and her back, she is doing everything she can to avoid that step unless it becomes necessary.
Life After a Car Crash
No matter how much pain her injuries caused, our client continued to work, only taking time off for doctor’s appointments or when the pain demanded it. The hardest part was family life. With three children, including one who plays soccer at Florida State University and another on a club team, traveling to matches became stressful and exhausting, especially on the days when the pain was particularly bad. But no matter what, showing up for her kids was a priority, even when it was hard.
How Farah & Farah Used the Details To Build Their Case
Joseph Nemeh and his team at the Farah & Farah Tampa office built a clean, compelling case focusing on the facts. A healthy mother of three had no prior health issues, she never exaggerated the cause of the accident or her injuries, and the connection between the crash and her pain was clear.
Smart Personal Injury Lawyers Seeing the Other Side's Mistakes
The insurance company representing the at-fault driver and his company made some key mistakes. Discovery dragged, and key expert disclosures arrived past their deadline. In light of their missed deadlines and delays, Nemeh asked for a hearing. As the hearing approached, the adjuster called asking about an updated demand. The defense had started this case with an offer of $50,000. That number did not match the medical reality of our client or the disruption to her life. By the morning of the hearing, at eight o’clock, the insurance company agreed to a settlement of $750,000.
“They dropped the ball, and we were able to use that to our client’s advantage to get a fair settlement that will help her be prepared for any medical needs that may come in the future due to her injuries,” Nemeh explained. In addition to the settlement from the at-fault company’s commercial insurance policy, Nemeh and his team were able to obtain coverage through their client’s underinsured motorist coverage.
Why This Result Matters for a Working Mom
Money cannot undo a crash, but it can create space to heal. This recovery gives her breathing room when she needs to have surgery for her injuries. It pays the costs of her medical treatment since the accident and will help with the expenses of continued care. It means she can keep working without choosing between a paycheck and an appointment. It helps her keep saying yes to her kids, even on the hard days.
Talk With Farah & Farah Truck Accident Lawyers
If a truck driver rear-ended you or someone you love, you do not have to carry the stress alone. The experienced personal injury attorneys at Farah & Farah will listen, explain your options in plain language, and fight for a result that protects your health and your future. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on the facts, yet our promise is the same. We stand with you from the first call through the finish line and beyond.
