When a commercial truck runs a stop sign and T-bones your passenger vehicle on the way to a formal function, the last thing you should have to worry about is fighting a corporate giant for fair compensation. That’s exactly what happened to our client, who suffered severe shoulder tears requiring surgery after being struck by a delivery truck in New Jersey.
We got to sit down and talk with personal injury attorney Will Oglesby about this case. He explained how his experiences dealing with similar motor vehicle accidents made all the difference. Combined with Farah & Farah’s resources, Oglesby turned the company’s initial lowball offer into a satisfying settlement that will help support our client as he recovers from his major shoulder injury.
Commercial Truck Runs Stop Sign and Totals Passenger Vehicle
Our client was traveling as a passenger to a formal event in New Jersey when a delivery truck ran through a stop sign at a T-intersection and slammed into his vehicle. The impact was so severe that all airbags deployed in both the delivery truck and our client’s vehicle, which was later declared a total loss.
With the combination of his pain, decreased physical mobility, and mounting medical bills, he knew he needed assistance. After returning to his home in Florida, he contacted Farah & Farah for help approximately one month after the accident, still experiencing significant issues from his injuries.
Multiple Shoulder Tears Require Complex Surgery
The collision caused catastrophic damage to our client’s right shoulder, resulting in multiple tears, including a full rotator cuff tear and labrum tear. These injuries eventually required surgical intervention that was more complex than typical shoulder procedures. “The photos after the surgery were pretty crazy,” Will noted. “When you have multiple full tears like our client had, surgery is almost always necessary.”
Our client already had a relationship with his doctor for unrelated health issues, but given the extent of damage from the crash, surgical intervention became the only option for recovery. After surgery, he faced a lengthy rehabilitation process to regain function in his shoulder.
Quadrupling the Delivery Truck Company’s Initial Offer From $25,000 to $112,500
Despite clear liability and serious injuries requiring surgery, the delivery company’s initial settlement offer was $25,000, a figure that Will immediately recognized as inadequate for the client’s injuries and surgical intervention. “When I first got their $25,000 offer in response to a surgery, I was shocked,” said William. “I thought they were playing games.”
Rather than accepting this insufficient offer, Will engaged in strategic negotiations with the company’s adjusters. After multiple rounds of formal counteroffers and collaboration with Farah & Farah’s New Jersey-licensed attorney, they eventually secured a final settlement of $112,500.
Every personal injury case is unique and impacts those involved in different ways. Through our ample experience with similar collision cases and careful attention to the specific circumstances of our client’s injuries, we were able to come to a settlement that properly reflected the extent of his damages and medical needs.
Experience and Resources Make the Difference
Working with Farah & Farah provided additional advantages. Since this accident occurred in New Jersey while our client lives in Florida, our firm’s network of attorneys licensed in multiple states proved invaluable. Will collaborated with a Farah & Farah attorney licensed in New Jersey throughout the negotiation process, providing jurisdiction-specific expertise that strengthened our client’s position.
When asked what value an experienced personal injury attorney brings to the table, Will had a clear answer. “Adjusters take advantage when people don’t know what their injuries are worth,” he said. “We know because we have the history of other similar cases and understand how to properly value these claims.”
Communication Creates Peace of Mind
From intake to settlement, our client remained remarkably calm, something Will attributes to clear, consistent communication. Will and his team supported our client every step of the way. Whether answering questions or keeping him up-to-date on negotiations, Will made sure that the client was in the loop throughout his case against a corporate giant. “The client felt he was in good hands,” Will said. “He could focus on his health concerns and medical treatment here because he knew we were working in his best interests.”
Legal Representation Brings Value to a Client’s Life
Will and his team went beyond merely securing fair compensation. They fought for what their client truly deserved. The accident, which could have been prevented if the company’s driver had simply obeyed traffic laws, required our client to undergo considerable treatment for multiple shoulder tears.
This case also demonstrates why professional legal representation matters. When the delivery company initially offered a quick $25,000 settlement, our client could have accepted it without understanding its value. Instead, with our guidance, he received $112,500, more than four times the company’s first offer. This settlement properly accounted for the significant impact of his complex shoulder tears, which required surgical intervention and rehabilitation.
At Farah & Farah, clients aren’t just getting an attorney; they’re backed by a team of legal professionals who guide them through the darkest times in their lives so they can look forward to tomorrow with fewer worries and less stress. We make our clients our #1 priority and make certain that they never feel lost in the legal process. If you’ve been injured in a commercial vehicle accident, contact us for a free consultation to learn how we can help.
