Wrist / Hand Injury Settlements: 7 Cases Analyzed

One driver was traveling on a highway feeder road when his vehicle collided with another. The drivers exited their vehicles, and an altercation ensued. The injured driver sustained a fractured wrist, which required surgery and physical therapy. He claimed the injury occurred during the initial collision, while the defense argued it happened during the subsequent fight.

A motorcyclist was riding on a highway feeder road when a sport utility vehicle exited the freeway and turned in front of him. The motorcyclist struck the side of the SUV. The motorcyclist sustained a hand fracture. The lawsuit alleged the SUV driver was negligent in operating her vehicle and potentially using her cellphone while driving. The defense argued the motorcyclist was passing unsafely.

One driver was a passenger in a vehicle when the vehicle behind them allegedly rear-ended them. This caused the passenger's vehicle to strike another vehicle. The injured person suffered broken bones in their hand, requiring surgery and resulting in loss of strength.

One driver turned left into an intersection and collided with an oncoming vehicle. The driver who turned admitted fault for the collision. The other driver sustained a broken wrist and bruised ribs. She underwent surgery for her wrist but experienced ongoing pain and a clicking sensation. She also received chiropractic treatment for soft-tissue symptoms. The jury awarded damages for medical bills, lost wages, and past and future pain and suffering.

One driver was traveling on a highway when their vehicle was struck by another car. This impact caused the first vehicle to hit a retaining wall, then cross the roadway and hit another retaining wall. The driver of the first vehicle claimed a wrist fracture and back injuries. The driver of the second vehicle alleged the accident was caused by a third, unidentified vehicle.

One driver was traveling south and the other was traveling north. The driver going north attempted to turn left and collided with the southbound vehicle. The driver who turned left was cited for failure to yield the right of way. The injured driver claimed a fracture and aggravation of a pre-existing injury.

A crash occurred at an intersection during a power outage with flashing red lights. One driver alleged the other ran the red light. The injured person sustained broken fingers and later developed symptoms of a condition. The case involved claims for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and impairment, as well as a separate claim against an insurer for underinsured motorist benefits. The jury found both drivers at fault for the collision.