Orange County Settlements: Real Case Outcomes & Data

One driver hit another vehicle from behind. A passenger in the struck vehicle claimed injury to her jaw. The passenger's dentist stated she would have permanent pain and difficulty eating. The defense argued the condition was pre-existing or caused by teeth clenching, and that surgery was not necessary.

A passenger was injured when the driver they were with rear-ended another car, pushing it into a third vehicle. The driver was accused of not paying attention and failing to stop at a red light. The passenger suffered injuries including a liver laceration and broken ribs.

One driver struck another vehicle from behind, causing injuries to a passenger in the struck vehicle. The passenger experienced headaches, neck pain, and spasms. The case was settled.

One driver was hit from behind by a trucker. The driver claimed to have suffered jaw pain that required surgery. The driver also experienced depression and fear of the jaw locking. The defense argued the driver had a prior psychological depression claim from another accident and presented no evidence of ongoing risk.

A two-car accident occurred at an intersection. One driver was making a left turn and was struck by a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. The defense argued the injured driver was partially at fault due to speed and not paying attention. They also claimed the injuries were from prior incidents, not this crash.