Marlborough, Massachusetts man suffers head injury when hit by car

On September 13, 2008, a gentleman, who lived in Marlborough, MA, was riding his bicycle from Marlborough to Hudson when he was involved in a crash suffering a head injury and now a displaced clavicle fracture.  The claimant was rendered unconscious for a short time, waking with no memory of how the accident took place.

The accident was investigated by the Hudson Police who determined that there was no contact between the motor vehicle and the bicyclist; and therefore, ruled that it was the bicyclist fault.  The automobile operator denied coming in contact with the bicyclist and there was an independent witness who said there was no contact.  The insurance company denied liability.

After a lawsuit was initiated and depositions were taken, it was discovered that the police officer and the automobile operator were friends and the accident happened as a result of the driver illegally passing the bicyclist and then forcing him into a curb.

The case was successfully resolved in the bicyclist’s favor for $67,500.00.

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Hudson, Massachusetts couple injured in out of state truck accident case

Hudson husband and wife were injured while operating a motor vehicle in Maine, when a logging truck veered into their lane of travel striking the motor vehicle and injuring both the husband and wife, as well as other passengers.

In 2007, this couple along with relatives were vacationing in Maine operating a motor vehicle when suddenly a logging truck lost control and veered into claimants’ motor vehicle significantly injuring all passengers.  There were four claims in total against the operator and his company.  The injuries included both physical and mental distress, and injuries resulting in the operator’s continued fear in driving a motor vehicle.

This case was able to be resolved successfully when the insurance company agreed to pay out the full policy to all four claimants for their respective injuries.

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Marlborough, Massachusetts man hit by car while crossing the street case

Involves an elderly gentleman and veteran who was out for his daily walk in the City of Marlborough, MA.  He was struck and injured by a woman driving her car, who failed to observe him while crossing the street.

This gentleman was an active, healthy and avid walker.  He was out on a daily walk, when he was crossing Pleasant Street in the City of Marlborough, when he was struck and injured by a woman who negligently operated a motor vehicle, who went through the intersection without realizing he was crossing the street.  This claimant suffered a serious injury to his shoulder and had to be taken to the hospital where he was treated and released.  He ultimately suffered a significant restricted range of motion in his shoulder and he was no longer able to perform many of his regular activities, including playing golf.

The defendant’s insurance company, maintaining a hard-line position suggesting that the claimant walked into traffic without first observing the oncoming vehicle; and as such, refused to offer any settlement.  Suit was filed against the defendant operator.  It was clear in the course of the deposition of the defendant that she was not paying attention to him and ultimately causing the accident. This case was successfully resolved for the full policy limits of $100,000.00.

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Motorcyclist from New Hampshire was hit when riding his motorcycle in Florida

When out for a day of recreation, this young man was struck and injured when a teenager operating his parents’ motor vehicle ran through an intersection striking him and the motorcycle and causing permanent significant injuries to the claimant.

This New Hampshire gentleman had ridden motorcycles most of his life and worked as a lineman throughout the country.  In 2008, he was working in Florida for a period of time and, while off duty and on the weekend, he was riding his motorcycle when he was suddenly struck and injured by a teenage driver. Complicating this case was the fact that the claimant, who had very little recollection of the actual incident, was knocked unconscious and had to be treated at the local hospital.  While his recovery was slow and painful, he ultimately was transferred to a Worcester, MA rehabilitation hospital where he slowly regained mobility and awareness.

The insurance company had uncovered an independent witness who stated that it was the claimant who negligently operated his motor vehicle through the intersection.  Despite this witness, with proper investigation, the insurance company ultimately agreed that the teenage boy was at fault for this accident and they resolved the case in plaintiff’s favor in the amount of $1,250,000.00.  The claimant was able to buy a home in his home state of New Hampshire, where he presently resides.

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