Leg / Foot Injury Settlements: 40 Cases Analyzed

A motorcyclist was seriously injured when a U.S. postal service delivery truck turned left in front of him. The motorcyclist alleged the driver did not signal the turn. The collision resulted in severe leg and ankle fractures, ultimately requiring amputation below the knee. The court found the driver negligent for failing to check her mirrors before turning.

A storage tank designed and manufactured by the defendant toppled and struck a man in his early 40s, causing severe leg fractures. The plaintiff claimed the tank's design was unstable, leading to the incident. He stated he required multiple surgeries, experienced permanent pain and a limp, and could no longer work in a physical capacity. The plaintiff also reported suffering from PTSD. The defendant argued the tank was properly designed and that misuse by the employer caused the accident.

A truck driver was injured when a water tank fell on his leg. The tank was part of a road reclamation system. The driver sued the system's manufacturer, alleging defects in its design and warnings. The manufacturer argued the tank was safe when delivered and was damaged by improper use. The jury found the manufacturer liable for design and marketing defects.

One driver backed up a trailer, causing a car crash. The crash resulted in leg injuries for one person.

One driver was traveling south on a road and the other driver was traveling east. The driver traveling east ran a stop sign and collided with the driver traveling south. The collision resulted in fractures to both ankles, a broken wrist, and fractured ribs for the driver who was hit. After surgery and rehabilitation, the injured driver experienced post-traumatic arthritis in her leg, causing difficulty walking and impacting her ability to care for her disabled adult child.

One driver was backing a trailer across the road under unsafe conditions. The other driver was unable to stop in time and collided with the trailer. The injured driver underwent multiple surgeries and rehabilitation for fractures and other injuries. The driver claimed inability to stand or walk for long periods, impacting work and childcare.

One driver was riding a motorcycle on a highway when another driver attempted to turn and struck the motorcycle. The impact resulted in the amputation of the rider's left foot. The rider was hospitalized for treatment and physical therapy.

A woman riding her bicycle through a crosswalk was run over by a bus driver making a right turn. The collision caused severe injuries to her leg and ankle, requiring multiple surgeries and rehabilitation. She experienced ongoing pain and difficulty walking, and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. The case was settled.