Overview
A man in his 60s developed significant osteomyelitis in his right femur and arthritis in his right hip after crashing into a tractor trailer that backed out in front of him. His accident benefits claim was settled with his auto insurer prior to trial for more than $560,000.
Key Takeaways
- Settlement: More than $560,000
- Accident type: Motor vehicle collision involving a tractor trailer
- Primary injury: Osteomyelitis in the right femur
- Additional injuries: Arthritis in the right hip
- Resolution method: Settlement prior to trial
- Notable legal issues: Accident benefits entitlement with the client’s auto insurer
- Medical treatment: Extensive medical and rehabilitation needs
- Long-term impact: Significant limitations with sitting, standing, and walking, requiring the use of a walker or scooter at all times
The Case
Our client was a man in his 60s who crashed into a tractor trailer that backed out in front of him. Following the collision, he suffered significant osteomyelitis in his right femur, involving inflammation of the bone and marrow, as well as arthritis in his right hip.
His injuries severely affected his mobility. He had difficulty moving around and was very limited in his ability to sit, stand, or walk. He required either a walker or scooter at all times.
His accident benefits entitlement was settled with his auto insurer prior to trial for more than $560,000. The recovery helped address his extensive medical and rehabilitation needs, income loss, housekeeping benefits, and attendant care.
Why It Matters
This case demonstrates the extensive impact that serious orthopaedic injuries can have on mobility and daily life. The client’s limitations affected basic activities such as sitting, standing, and walking and resulted in significant ongoing support needs.
The settlement addressed several areas affected by his injuries, including medical and rehabilitation needs, income loss, housekeeping benefits, and attendant care.