Jefferson County Settlements: Real Case Outcomes & Data

A police pursuit began when a driver failed to use his turn signal and fled from an officer at high speed. The driver ran a red light, striking two vehicles and then a moped. The moped driver suffered fatal injuries, and a passenger on another moped sustained emotional distress. The families sued the police department, alleging negligent pursuit due to the minor traffic violation and violation of pursuit policy. The jury found the driver 97% at fault and the police officer 3% at fault.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle, causing persistent neck and low back pain. The injured person received a jury award.

A pedestrian was hit in a crosswalk by a driver who ran a red light. The pedestrian alleged severe injuries including lacerations, a torn labrum, and shoulder surgery. The driver admitted to running the red light but argued the light changed quickly. The jury found both parties at fault, assigning more responsibility to the driver, and awarded the pedestrian $400,000 for pain and suffering.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person sought damages for their injuries.

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The collision resulted in a head injury and brain damage for one of the drivers.

A supervisor alleged sexual harassment by a subordinate and subsequent retaliation when she reported the conduct. The supervisor claimed the harassment was severe and pervasive, and that she was fired for complaining. The jury found against the supervisor on both claims, resulting in a defense judgment.

One driver ran a red light and struck another vehicle in downtown Louisville. The passenger in the struck vehicle sought treatment for aggravated cervical and disc conditions, experiencing radiating pain. Medical bills totaled $19,478. The passenger also sought damages for pain and suffering. The defense argued the injury was minimal and noted a prior history of similar complaints. The jury awarded $119,478.

One driver ran a red light and struck another vehicle in an intersection. The injured passenger sought coverage from their own insurance carrier after exhausting the at-fault driver's policy. The case focused on the extent of the passenger's injuries and pain and suffering. The jury awarded damages for medical bills and pain and suffering.

One driver stopped at a red light and was rear-ended by another vehicle. The impact caused the first driver's truck to roll down an embankment and overturn. Both occupants sustained soft-tissue injuries. The case involved comparative fault for not wearing a seatbelt and the statute of limitations.

One driver was traveling on a road and alleged that as she proceeded through an intersection, she was struck by the other driver who was making a turn. The first driver stated the other driver "cut the corner" and ran a stop sign. The second driver claimed she had the right of way and the first driver ran the stop sign. The injured driver had a pre-existing hip condition that was aggravated by the crash.

One driver was involved in a broadside collision. The case involved a claim for underinsured motorist benefits. The jury awarded damages.

One driver ran a red light at an intersection, causing a collision with another vehicle. The injured driver sustained broken ribs and a fractured vertebra. The case involved disputed liability and the extent of the injuries.