Queens, New York Vehicle Collision Settles for $67,500
One driver alleged that another driver, employed by the City of New York and its Department of Sanitation, negligently collided with his vehicle. The collision allegedly caused severe injuries, loss of income, and medical expenses. The case was settled for $67,500.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- $67,500
- County
- Dallas County, NY
- Resolved
- 2015
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Other
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence, Physical Injury, Economic Injury, Emotional Or Mental Injury
Settlement Context
This settlement of $67,500 is above the median of $15,000 for other cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $7,752 to $67,500, based on 126 cases in our database.
Case Overview
A driver filed a negligence lawsuit against the City of New York and its Department of Sanitation in Queens County, New York, following a vehicle collision. The plaintiff alleged that a vehicle operated by a municipal employee negligently collided with his automobile.
The plaintiff claimed the collision resulted in personal injuries, incapacitation from work, loss of enjoyment of life, and incurred medical expenses. He sought damages and costs associated with the action.
The parties subsequently reached a settlement agreement for a total of $67,500. As a result of the settlement, the action was dismissed with prejudice.
Understanding This Case
- This case was resolved through a settlement, avoiding the uncertainty and expense of a trial. Settlements typically resolve faster and provide guaranteed compensation.
- This case was resolved in Dallas County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2015, this case reflects the legal and economic conditions of that period, including medical costs, insurance practices, and jury award trends at the time.
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