Case Study: $2M Settlement for Client Injured in Truck Rear-End Collision

At De Caro & Kaplen LLP, we are recognized leaders in New York truck accident law, successfully fighting for victims injured due to negligent truck drivers and trucking companies. Our firm secured a $2,000,000 settlement for our client, who suffered serious injuries when her vehicle was rear-ended by a commercial truck traveling at an unsafe speed in winter conditions.

Case Overview: A Preventable Truck Accident

Our client was driving cautiously on a snow-covered roadway when a commercial truck, traveling too fast for the hazardous conditions, did not stop in time and violently rear-ended her vehicle. The force of the collision caused severe injuries, leaving our client needing extensive medical treatment and long-term care.

Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) require truck drivers to reduce speed or stop driving when road conditions become hazardous. We showed the truck driver ignored those safety rules, creating a dangerous and preventable situation.

Our Legal Strategy: Exposing Trucking Violations

With decades of experience handling truck accident cases, our firm immediately launched an in-depth investigation, uncovering multiple safety violations by both the truck driver and the trucking company.

We proved:

• Violation of Federal Trucking Regulations – The truck driver did not adjust speed for winter driving conditions as required under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
• Excessive Speed & Reckless Driving – Black box data and expert accident reconstruction showed the truck was traveling too fast for road conditions.
• Trucking Company Negligence – The trucking company did not ensure its drivers were trained in winter driving safety, violating industry standards.
• Severe & Lasting Injuries – Our client suffered debilitating injuries, lost wages, and required long-term medical care, which were documented by medical experts.

$2 Million Settlement: Full & Fair Compensation

Facing overwhelming evidence of negligence, the trucking company and its insurers agreed to a $2,000,000 settlement, the full amount of insurance. This settlement made sure our client received the financial support necessary for medical care, rehabilitation, and lost income due to her injuries.

Our Experience in Truck Accident Litigation

Our truck accident attorneys have a proven track record of success in trucking accident cases, including:

• Holding trucking companies accountable for failing to follow federal safety regulations
• Securing multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts for injured clients
• Winning cases against some of the largest trucking companies and insurance carriers in the nation

Truck accident cases are highly complex, requiring deep knowledge of federal trucking laws, accident reconstruction, and the ability to fight aggressive insurance companies that try to minimize victims' claims. At De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, we have the resources, experience, and courtroom skills to win these difficult cases.

Injured in a Truck Accident? We Can Help.

This $2 million settlement is just one example of how our firm fights tirelessly for truck accident victims. If you or a loved one has been injured in a collision involving a commercial truck, we are ready to pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.

Call De Caro & Kaplen, LLP today for a no obligation consultation.