What Happened?
In November 2019, Abel, a United States military veteran (thank you for your service!), had the right-of-way as he was driving north on Taft Avenue in the Town of Newburgh, New York. He was traveling approximately 30 mph through the intersection of Woodlawn Terrace when another driver, heading west on Woodlawn Terrace, stopped at a stop sign but failed to yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic. Abel did not have a stop sign at the intersection.
When the other driver unexpectedly entered the intersection, Abel immediately hit his brakes and swerved to the right in an attempt to avoid a collision, but it was too late. He collided with the side of the other vehicle. Abel was taken by ambulance to the hospital, where he was evaluated, treated, and subsequently released.
As a result of the accident, Abel suffered injuries to his neck, lower back, right shoulder, and right knee. He rated his overall pain at 7 out of 10, but reported more severe pain in his right shoulder, rating it 8 out of 10. His right shoulder pain worsened when he raised his arm above shoulder level, held objects, or got dressed. He also experienced radiating pain from his neck to his right shoulder, alongI with frequent numbness and tingling in his right hand. Due to his injuries, Abel had difficulty performing daily activities such as bending, turning, and lifting. He underwent conservative treatment for several months, but when his symptoms failed to improve, he underwent pain management injections and right shoulder surgery.
Abel’s Town of Newburgh Car Accident Lawyer
Just three days after the accident, Abel contacted The Case Handler team!
While Abel focused on getting the medical treatment he needed and recovering from his injuries, our team handled the rest.
When the defendant’s insurance company failed to offer Abel any financial compensation, we were prepared to take the fight to the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Westchester. The defendant’s insurance company could ignore our demands, but they couldn’t avoid legal proceedings! Just three months after filing a lawsuit, our Town of Newburgh car accident lawyer secured Abel’s lost wages and $90,000 settlement IN JUST ONE YEAR!
