Leg / Foot Injury Settlements: Real Case Outcomes & Data

One driver lost control of his pickup truck and camper trailer on a dark, rainy highway, causing it to stop in the road. Another truck driver, who did not see the disabled vehicle until it was too late, collided with the pickup. The driver of the pickup sustained injuries to his foot, neck, and back.

A woman was injured when her car was struck by another vehicle while she was driving. The other driver was turning left and hit the woman's car on the passenger side. The woman claimed she suffered a broken leg that required surgery. The case was settled for $800,000.

A motorcyclist was riding on a street when a car turned in front of him, causing a collision. The motorcyclist sustained injuries to his legs and wrist, along with road rash. The driver of the car was a minor who did not have a license and was driving a vehicle from his father's used-car lot. The lawsuit alleged negligence in the operation of the vehicle and negligent entrustment. The defense argued the motorcyclist was speeding and driving recklessly.

One driver was helping another move items when a repo driver arrived. The second driver got into his truck and reversed at a high speed, running over the first driver's foot and ankle. The injured driver suffered a fractured tibia and fibula, requiring surgery and causing ongoing pain.

A 19-year-old woman was driving when another driver allegedly ran a stop sign and hit her car. The collision totaled her vehicle and caused severe fractures to both of her ankles. The jury found the defendant liable for the accident and awarded the woman $400,000. She claimed the injuries caused permanent pain, difficulty walking, and prevented her from returning to her job.

One driver was traveling east on a boulevard in rainy conditions when he collided with the rear of a construction vehicle. The driver claimed the construction vehicle had no lights or warning signs, making it difficult to see. The defense argued the driver was speeding and potentially intoxicated. The driver sustained fractures and later developed an infection requiring multiple surgeries.

One driver was operating a vehicle on a public road during rainy, dark conditions. The other party was operating heavy construction equipment on the same road. The driver collided with the rear of the construction equipment. Both parties were found to be negligent, with the injured driver bearing the majority of the fault.

A 36-year-old man was riding in a four-wheeled vehicle when it tipped over. His legs became trapped and were crushed. The case involved a motor vehicle negligence claim.