A Routine Drive Turned Into a Violent Crash
Tina was driving on I-310 when traffic ahead began to slow. She did what every careful driver should do and came to a stop behind the vehicles in front of her.
Moments later, a pickup truck travelling nearly 60 miles per hour slammed into the back of her vehicle.
The force of the collision pushed Tina’s car into the vehicle ahead of her, which then crashed into another vehicle. In seconds, the crash became a four-car chain reaction.
Her face struck the steering wheel during impact. EMS transported the Destrehan resident and weight loss manager to the hospital for treatment.
Injuries Caused by the Collision
At the hospital, Tina complained of neck pain and jaw pain. Her nose was bleeding, and she suffered a laceration above her left eyebrow that required medical glue for closure. The impact also knocked a crown off one of her teeth.
Medical scans later showed soft tissue injuries to her face and neck. Even after leaving the hospital, the pain continued. She needed ongoing medical treatment and therapy while trying to manage daily life and recover from the trauma of the crash.
For many people, the days after a collision feel overwhelming. Medical bills start arriving while insurance companies begin asking questions almost immediately. Injured drivers often feel pressure to settle quickly before they fully understand the extent of their injuries.
Reaching Out for Help Right Away
Tina knew our firm from the community and contacted us the day after the crash.
From the beginning, our Destrehan car accident lawyers focused on building evidence showing both the seriousness of her injuries and the negligence of the driver who caused the collision. We worked to gather records, document her treatment, and present a clear picture of how the crash affected her life.
Rear-end collisions at highway speeds often leave victims dealing with injuries not always visible from the outside. Insurance companies may try to minimize soft tissue injuries even when victims continue to suffer pain for months.
Having strong documentation and legal support helped level the playing field for Tina while she focused on healing.
Full Policy Limits Recovered in About Eight Months
After months of treatment and careful preparation of her claim, Tina secured a full policy limits settlement approximately eight months after the date of the crash.
Her case is a reminder that even a crash lasting only seconds can leave someone dealing with painful injuries, medical appointments, financial stress, and uncertainty about what comes next.
When another driver’s negligence causes a serious multi-vehicle collision, having someone in your corner can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of the case and the support you receive during the process.
*Names have been changed.
